Turner v. Kohler

Arthur Turner appeals the order granting Dr. Dell Kohler's motion for summary judgment in a medical malpractice action. He contends that Kohler's affidavits did not refute his allegations, thus summary judgment was inappropriate. Turner also contends that the trial court abused its discretion when it did not continue the motion so that he could obtain the affidavit of his medical expert. We affirm.

On August 31, 1984, Turner saw Kohler for a complete physical examination. On September 8, 1984, Turner suffered a stroke. Dr. John Huddlestone, a board certified neurologist, diagnosed a small…