LOS ANGELES, Sept. 7, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the Cooperative of American Physicians, Inc. (CAP) announced that Andrea Linder, a well-known member of the medical professional liability industry, has joined the organization as its new Vice President, CAP Business Development. Ms. Linder's extensive background includes managing the marketing, sales, underwriting, and risk management functions for several leading carriers. She has also conducted extensive industry analysis on a consulting basis.
"Andrea's credentials within the medical professional liability industry are already firmly established," says CEO James L. Weidner. "In her new role at CAP, Andrea's extensive contacts with the professionals serving the medical community will greatly enhance our ability to spread the news about the flexibility of CAP's products and services."
CAP is widely recognized as an industry leader focused on supporting physicians in every area of their practice. Ms. Linder's expertise will help the organization meet the demands of the marketplace. "CAP's Membership Department is excited to get Andrea on board," says Cindy Belcher, CAP's senior vice president of Membership. "She is the perfect complement to our team."
About the Cooperative of American Physicians, Inc.
The Cooperative of American Physicians, Inc. was established in 1975 by a group of California physicians to manage the escalating cost of medical professional liability coverage. Two years later, CAP formed the Mutual Protection Trust, which today provides protection to nearly 12,000 of California's finest physicians, and which has earned an A+ (Superior) rating from A.M. Best since 2006. Based in Los Angeles, CAP also has offices in San Diego, Orange County, Sacramento, and Palo Alto. For more information, visit www.CAPphysicians.com.