Thompson v. Princell

Miller, Chief Judge.

Cynthia A. Thompson sued Dr. Jeffrey R. Princell for dental malpractice, alleging that Princell was negligent in recommending surgery to extract Tooth No. 32, a wisdom tooth, and failing to disclose the magnitude of the risks and practical alternatives to the surgery pursuant to OCGA § 31-9-6.1, a statute governing informed consent in specific types of medical procedures. A jury found in favor of Princell. Thompson appeals the jury’s verdict and resulting judgment, contending that the trial court erred in refusing to charge the jury on informed consent, and charging the…