Empowering the Future:  MLMIC’s Collaboration with BHGHNY

Empowering the Next Generation of Healthcare Liability Insurance Leaders

The MLMIC Insurance Company (MLMIC), New York’s leading medical professional liability insurer and MedPro Group, a national leader in healthcare risk management and insurance solutions, today announced a continuation of their collaboration with Boys Hope Girls Hope New York (BHGHNY) to enhance the education of future healthcare liability insurance professionals. To learn more about the Foundations of Insurance program, visit Boys Hope Girls Hope New York.

Through this partnership, MLMIC and MedPro provide educational resources and expertise to BHGHNY students pursuing careers in healthcare. The program focuses on critical topics such as risk management, medical malpractice, underwriting, marketing, analytics and claim handling.

Michael Schoppmann, Esq., CEO at MLMIC is proud of the organization’s involvement with the program. “We are excited to partner with MedPro and Boys Hope Girls Hope New York to provide valuable educational opportunities for future healthcare liability insurance professionals,” Schoppmann stated. “By equipping students with a strong understanding of risk management principles, we can help them to deliver high-quality care and avoid potential pitfalls.”

“We have been continuously impressed with the young students. They asked thoughtful questions, showing not only their curiosity but also a genuine interest in understanding the work we do and the paths that led us here,” said Julia Hersey, Training and Development Specialist at MLMIC. She understands the rewarding experience between professional and student. “Their contagious energy and active participation left a great impression—we here at MLMIC have no doubt that each of them has a bright future ahead.”

Lena Washington, the Chief Program Officer of Boys Hope Girls Hope, appreciates the connection between professionals and students within the program.

“MLMIC supported Boys Hope Girls Hope New York (BHGHNY) scholars by providing them with valuable insights into the importance of professionalism and critical thinking in the workplace through a series of interactive workshops and mentoring sessions. During these engagements, professionals from MLMIC shared real-world experiences and practical advice on how to navigate various workplace scenarios effectively. The workshops focused on essential professional skills such as communication, teamwork and time management, emphasizing how these skills contribute to a productive and respectful work environment. Additionally, scholars were encouraged to develop their critical thinking abilities by participating in problem-solving exercises and case studies that reflect typical workplace challenges. By engaging directly with industry professionals, the scholars gained a deeper understanding of how professionalism and critical thinking are applied in everyday business situations. This experience not only prepared them for future career opportunities but also equipped them with the tools needed to succeed in any professional setting.”

About MLMIC

As a proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, MLMIC Insurance Company has unmatched flexibility in creating custom medical professional liability and risk management solutions. We are the leader in New York medical malpractice insurance, offering New York-focused tools, resources and expertise to help you reduce professional liability risk and enhance patient safety.

About MedPro Group

As the nation’s first provider of healthcare liability insurance, MedPro Group has protected the assets and reputations of the healthcare community since 1899. With over $2 billion in annual premium and more than 300,000 clients, MedPro Group is the national leader in customized insurance, claims and patient safety and risk solutions for physicians, surgeons, dentists and other healthcare liability insurance professionals, as well as hospitals, senior care and other healthcare facilities.