Sisk v. Patel

Johnson, Judge.

On June 7,1991, an x-ray of Sisk’s chest was taken at a Veteran’s Administration medical facility. Physician Patel interpreted it as *157showing no abnormalities. Later examination of Sisk’s chest revealed a mass that proved to be a squamous cell lesion; review of the June 7, 1991 x-ray suggested the mass was visible at that time.

Sisk filed a claim under the Federal Tort Claims Act, attaching an affidavit from Dr. Scheer as required. Uncertain over Patel’s employment status, Sisk also sued him in superior court, alleging medical malpractice. Recognizing the need for an expert…