The Medical Malpractice Insurance Crisis
Medical malpractice insurance rates have doubled and tripled for certain practitioners over the last several years. Several major writers have withdrawn from this line either by choice or by insolvency. Practitioners are threatening strikes and moving to other locales. President Bush has advocated tort reform.

This session will focus on this crisis. Representatives of the medical profession, insurance industry, and the trial bar will participate in a lively discussion of the issues driving this crisis. The opportunity for audience participation will also be provided.

Moderator:
M. Diane Koken, Insurance Commissioner,
Pennsylvania Insurance Department

Panelists:
Gail M. Ross, Manager & Senior Consultant, Milliman USA
Linda A. Dembiec, Chief Financial Officer & Actuary, Medical Mutual Liability
Insurance Society Of Maryland
Samuel R. Marshall, President & Chief Executive Officer, Insurance Federation of Pennsylvania
James M. Redmond, Senior Vice President Legislative Services, Hospital and Health System Association of Pennsylvania