October 14, 2025 by matray

The Medical Professional Liability Association is honored to recognize the significant contributions of former President and CEO Brian K. Atchinson as he has concluded his tenure as President and Chief Executive Officer earlier this year.  

Atchinson joined the MPL Association in 2011, serving with distinction during his time as president and chief executive officer and demonstrating an unwavering commitment to advancing both the medical professional liability insurance industry and the MPL Association. 

Under Atchinson’s guidance, the MPL Association achieved many milestones including expanding its traditional membership to include a broader spectrum of MPL insurance organizations, creating programs tailored to the unique needs of various member segments, and fostering stakeholder collaboration to strengthen the MPL Association’s role as a premier industry representative. He also navigated the MPL Association through the global pandemic with resilience, working to maintain financial stability and continuing to deliver value to its members. 

“Throughout his service, Brian demonstrated professionalism, enthusiasm, and dedication to the MPL Association and its members,” said Michael Conerly, MD, chair of the MPL Association and president/chief executive officer at LAMMICO. “His ability to work closely with the Association’s governance, members, and partners played an instrumental role in driving the Association forward. He cultivated strong relationships and focused on the priority issues for both the membership and the broader MPL community. 

“On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to recognize and thank Brian for his outstanding service over 14 years and for the positive impact of his contributions. We are grateful forBrian’s efforts and wish him all the best for the future.”