… Dr. Christopher D. Duntsch. He drove his wife, an elementary school teacher, to the hospital in March 2012 and waited for what Duntsch said would be a routine 45-minute procedure. Oxygen - Dr. Christopher Duntsch came to Texas with an impressive resume. The first season of Dr. Death, which launched in 2018 and ran for seven episodes, examined the life and horrific crimes of Christopher Duntsch. As victims piled up, two fellow physicians, neurosurgeon Robert Henderson (Alec Baldwin) and vascular surgeon Randall Kirby (Christian Slater) set out to stop him. Local News Life Sentence Upheld on Appeal For Christopher Duntsch, aka Dr. Death. EXCLUSIVE: Claws and The Good Wife actress Carrie Preston has joined the cast of Peacock’s true-crime limited series Dr. Death, starring Joshua Jackson, Alec Baldwin and Christian Slater. In late 2010, Dr. Christopher Duntsch came to Dallas to start a neurosurgery practice. Carrie Preston joins Peacock series 'Dr Death' Emmy-winner Carrie Preston, best known for her work on Claws and The Good Fight, is set to star in the Peacock series Dr Death. You will be redirected back to your article in, This Week In Music: The Beach Boys Are Timeless, But Time Marches On, Brett Ratner Lines Up Directing Comeback On Milli Vanilli Biopic With Millennium Launching Sales For EFM, Gina Carano To Open Up About ‘Mandalorian’ Exit In First Sit-Down Interview: “I’m Not The Only One That’s Ever Been Bullied By This Company”, ‘Eternals’ Star Barry Keoghan To Lead Thriller ‘Sapphire’ For ‘Small Axe’ Producer Emu, Bankside Launches Sales — EFM, Benedict Cumberbatch, Mark L. 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Duntsch had completed a combined MD/PhD program and neurosurgical residency at The … On her doctor’s recommendation, she consulted neurosurgeon Dr. Christopher Duntsch, who confidently assured her that “minor surgery” would “fix it for good,” recalls her husband, Don. Duntsch was accused of maiming four … Death’ podcast telling the most terrifying tale of our times? Signup for Breaking News Alerts & Newsletters, Get our latest storiesin the feed of your favorite networks. After the sentencing, Don Martin, whose wife died at the hands of Duntsch, said, “We’re overwhelmed. Death” is based on the true story of Dr. Christopher Duntsch, a rising star in the Dallas medical community. All rights Preston will play defense attorney Robbie McClung to Jackson’s character Dr. Duntsch. Local Business in Plano, Texas. At least two died following surgery, earning Duntsch the nickname “Dr. There are supposed to be multiple levels of safeguards protecting patients from doctors like this. Vlada Gelman / Carrie Preston is headed back to the courtroom: The Good Wife vet has joined Peacock’s forthcoming true-crime limited series Dr. Death, starring Joshua Jackson, our sister site Deadline reports. As victims piled up, two fellow physicians, neurosurgeon Robert Henderson (Alec Baldwin) and vascular surgeon Randall Kirby (Christian Slater), set out to stop him. 4 check-ins. Now, that friend, Christopher Duntsch, is on trial in a Dallas courtroom after several patients were seriously injured during surgery and two died. Author: WFAA Staff Published: 6:31 PM CST February 17, 2017 And we’re just so thankful. “Dr. reserved.PMC Entertainment. Emmy-winner Preston will play defense attorney Robbie McClung to Joshua Jackson’s character Dr. All details on the site celebsbar.com ‘Claws’ & ‘The Good Wife’ Actress Carrie Preston Joins Peacock Crime Series ‘Dr. As victims piled up, two fellow physicians, neurosurgeon Robert Henderson (Alec Baldwin) and vascular surgeon Randall Kirby (Christian Slater), set out to stop him. Inevitable Quantum Leap Reboot 'Seems Like a Good Idea,' Scott Bakula Says — 'Sam's Still Out…, SNL Uses Britney Spears Talk Show Skit to Address Gina Carano, Ted Cruz and Andrew Cuomo Controversies, Why Chris Harrison's Hiatus From the Bachelor-Verse Ought to Be…, Criminal Minds Revival In Early Development at Paramount+, Mom's Allison Janney Reacts to Show Ending, Name-Checks Anna Faris, Inevitable Quantum Leap Reboot 'Seems Like a Good Idea,' Scott Bakula…, WandaVision Episode 7 Conjured a Big Reveal (and Its First Bonus…, List: The 25 Saddest, Most Soul-Crushing TV Episodes of All Time. Hours later Kellie, 54, … * Roselyn Sanchez (Devious Maids, Grand Hotel), Sylvia Sáenz (Betty en NY, 100 días para enamorarnos) and Jeimy Osorio (La suerte de Loli, Betty en NY) will star opposite Kate del Castillo in the upcoming Peacock series Armas de Mujer. "Dr Death" follows the true story of Dr Christopher Duntsch (Jackson), a neurosurgeon, whose malpractice resulted in the death and maiming of multiple patients in Dallas. Ready for more of today’s newsy nuggets? The seeds of greed were sown. 1.4. Practicing as a spinal surgeon in Texas, Dr. Duntsch’s impressive resume hid beneath it an inept and sinister doctor, whose … The UCP and Escape Artists-produced limited series, which is currently in production, is based on the hit Wondery podcast of the same name. A look back at The Dallas Morning News' coverage of Christopher Duntsch. Based on the popular podcast of the same name, Dr. Death tells the “terrifying true story” of Dr. Christopher Duntsch (Jackson), a rising star in the Dallas medical community. Even now years after they occurred, the scale of the surgical horrors perpetrated by Dr. Christopher Duntsch is stunning. Christopher Duntsch, 45, is accused of maiming four patients, including longtime friend Jerry Summers, and causing the death of at least two others. Death’ Last News Anyone who had the chance to listen to Wondery’s Dr. Death will tell you that the true story of neurosurgeon Dr. Christopher Duntsch is so horrifying that it can be hard to listen to. 7712 San Jacinto, Suite 200 (1,526.14 mi) Plano, TX, TX 75024. * The Show, a documentary offering a behind-the-scenes look at The Weeknd’s Super Bowl LV halftime show, will air on Showtime later this year. By He drove his wife, an elementary school teacher, to the hospital in March 2012 and waited for what Duntsch said would be a routine 45-minute procedure. Primetime Emmy-winner Preston, who will also direct an upcoming episode of The Good Fight, is represented by Innovative Artists and Principal Entertainment LA. February 12 2021, 11:14 AM PST. As victims piled up, two fellow physicians, neurosurgeon Robert Henderson (Alec Baldwin) and vascular surgeon Randall Kirby (Christian Slater), set out to stop him.” Preston will play Dr. Duntsch’s defense attorney, Robbie McClung. On October 12, 2020, Joshua Jackson joined the cast of the series, replacing Dornan. Create New Account. The next year, in 2006, Duntsch became more money-minded. “Young, charismatic and ostensibly brilliant, Dr. Duntsch was building a flourishing neurosurgery practice when everything suddenly changed,” per the official synopsis. Christopher Duntsch, a rising star in the Dallas medical community. Christopher Duntsch, the Texas surgeon nicknamed Dr. Death, cut into Philip Mayfield's spinal cord and paralyzed him. Watch a teaser: Which of today’s TVLine Items pique your interest? This was the time when Dr. Christopher Duntsch started to turn into Dr. Death. Send us a tip using our annonymous form. 'Bridgerton' Gets New Intimacy Coordinators As Regé-Jean Page…, Bielema Trial in Razorback Foundation Battle Pushed Back to 2022, Time's Up Slams Brett Ratner's Return to Hollywood: 'We Have Not…, Regé-Jean Page Taps Into 'Bridgerton' Role on 'Saturday Night…, Smart Glasses are Gaining Popularity — Here are The Best Smart…, Copyright © 2021 TVLine Media, LLC. Forgot account? But little did his patients know, 33 of his 37 prior patients suffered almost unheard-of complications from his surgeries (think permanent nerve damage, paralysis, and DEATH). Dr. Christopher Duntsch, a promising up-and-coming surgeon in the Texas medical community was building a thriving practice when some of his patients began complaining about their surgical results. 197 people like this. We want to hear from you! Christopher Duntsch was born in Montana in 1971 and raised alongside his three siblings in an affluent suburb of Memphis, Tenn. or. Young, charismatic and ostensibly brilliant, Dr. Duntsch was building a flourishing neurosurgery practice when everything suddenly changed. 232 people follow this. If you like TVLine, you'll LOVE our weekly newsletter. Copyright © 2021 Penske Business Media, LLC. In February 2017, Dr. Christopher Duntsch became the first surgeon in American history known to be sentenced to prison for […] On August 9, 2019, Jamie Dornan, Alec Baldwin, and Christian Slater were cast as Dr. Christopher Duntsch, Robert Henderson, and Randall Kirby, respectively. Mayfield is one of over 30 victims who were maimed by Duntsch. On her doctor’s recommendation, she consulted neurosurgeon Dr. Christopher Duntsch, who confidently assured her that “minor surgery” would “fix it for good,” recalls her husband, Don. The Plano neurosurgeon who maimed and killed more than 30 patients will likely spend the rest of his years in prison. Plano surgeon Christopher Duntsch left a trail of bodies. Hours later Kellie, 54, was dead. In addition to her standout role as lawyer Elsbeth Tascioni on The Good Wife and its spinoff The Good Fight, Preston currently co-stars on TNT’s Claws. Get Directions (972) 208-8475. Dr Christopher Duntsch, 44, is accused of “intentionally, knowingly and recklessly” causing harm to people he treated for sore necks and bad backs. In March 2020, Grace Gummer, Molly Griggs, AnnaSophia Robb and Chris Sullivan joined the cast of the series. Is ‘Dr. 1.4 out of 5 stars. After graduating from the University of Memphis in 1994, he enrolled at the University … About See All. “I just … Jennifer Morrison and So Yong Kim will also direct episodes of Dr Death.Preston will also direct an upcoming episode of The Good Fight, the CBS All Access legal drama which is the streaming … Patients entered his operating room for complex but routine spinal surgeries and left permanently maimed or dead. Community See All. “Patients entered his operating room for complex but routine spinal surgeries and left permanently maimed or dead. * Hannah Ware (The First, Boss) will star in Netflix’s sci-fi drama The One as the founding CEO of MatchDNA, a tech company that allows people to identify their perfect partner via a DNA test, Deadline reports. So … A husband and wife pair of Russian stem cell scientists, Valery Kukekov and Tatyana Ignatova entered the picture. “Dr Death” follows the true story of Dr Christopher Duntsch (Jackson), a neurosurgeon, whose malpractice resulted in the death and maiming of multiple patients in Dallas. Written by Patrick Macmanus, who serves as showrunner, Dr. Death is based on the terrifying true story of … Her other TV credits include Person of Interest and True Blood. Log In. "Dr Death" follows the true story of Dr Christopher Duntsch (Jackson), a neurosurgeon, whose malpractice resulted in the death and maiming of multiple patients in Dallas. Not Now. 2020-21 Peacock Pilots & Series Orders. Preston will play Dr. Duntsch’s defense attorney, Robbie McClung. This was a voice for Kelly. This would be the first and last time Hoyle worked next to Duntsch. Subscribe to Deadline Breaking News Alerts and keep your inbox happy. Duntsch was … Death.” Christopher Daniel Duntsch was born in 1971, the eldest of four children, and grew up in an affluent suburb of Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Christopher Duntsch seemed to be a successful neurosurgeon in the Dallas area. Kellie Martin and her husband Don were taking Christmas decorations down from the attic of their suburban Garland, Texas, home in late 2011 when their lives changed forever. See more of Dr. Christopher D. Duntsch on Facebook. Well…. ''Dr Death'' follows the true story of Dr Christopher Duntsch (Jackson), a neurosurgeon, whose malpractice resulted in the death and maiming of multiple patients in Dallas. All Rights reserved. Young, charismatic and ostensibly brilliant, Dr . * Ahead of the forthcoming Sex and the City revival And Just Like That…, HBO Max has added a remastered version of the original series to its streaming library, marking the first time all six seasons are available in high definition. Now Jackson will join Alec Baldwin and Christian Slater in the podcast adaptation about Dr. Christopher Duntsch, a Texas surgeon who was killed and maimed 33 patients during surgeries. A new Oxygen series, License to Kill, explores the legacy of grievously injured patients left by Dr. Christopher Duntsch