Davenport v. Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc.

Barnes, Judge.

James A. Davenport, M.D., sued Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc. (“Northeast Georgia”) for money damages because his staff privileges were terminated by Northeast Georgia. Following discovery by the parties, the trial court granted Northeast Georgia’s motion for summary judgment, finding the hospital was entitled to immunity from suit under 42 USC § 11111 (a) (1). Dr. Davenport appeals, asserting (1) the hospital is not entitled to immunity because he did not receive adequate notice of the reasons action was taken to revoke his privileges; (2) there is a question of fact as…