Eigenmann v. Metcalf

Curran, Dennis J., J.

Elaine Metcalf, M.D. and Newton-Wellesley Obstetrics & Gynecology, RC. have moved for summary judgment. After reviewing the moving and opposition papers and a hearing, this motion must be DENIED.

BACKGROUND

The estate of Joan Eigenmann and her family allege that Drs. Metcalf, Zabik, Kuzmiak, Stone, and their employers committed medical malpractice by failing to properly diagnose post-partum preeclampsia which resulted in her death. The moving parties, Joan Metcalf, M.D., the decedent’s obstetrician, and her employer, the Newton-Wellesley Obstetrics & Gynecology, P.C. have…