Sponsors

With innovative lab technologies and a team of highly experienced pathologists, Bako Diagnostics is the podiatric medical community’s premier pathology services partner. BakoDx specializes in laboratory diagnostics of nail, skin, wound, soft tissue and bone of the lower extremity.  BakoDx’s testing includes:

• DNA (PCR) tests for onychodystrophy and skin infection

• PAS, GMS and FM stains

• ENFD analysis

• Identification of bacteria from culture

BakoDx’s in-network services are available through its more than 250 million covered lives, including all five national health plans and more than 200 additional insurance providers.

BakoDx is committed to supporting the education and advancement of the podiatric medical profession.  Let us show you the BakoDx difference. For more information, visit BakoDx.com or call 855-422-5628.

PICA, now part of The Doctors Company, is the nation's leading provider of medical professional liability insurance for podiatric physicians in the United States. For over 45 years, PICA has provided medical malpractice coverage while supporting and enhancing the podiatric profession through sponsorships, risk management seminars, and annual scholarships for podiatric medical students, to name a few. As part of The Doctors Company, we are the nation’s largest physician-owned medical malpractice insurer, and together we now protect more than 200,000 healthcare professionals and organizations nationwide.

PICA offers:

• Surgical and non-surgical coverages

• Cyber liability coverage

• Administrative defense coverage

• Podiatry-specific, CPME-approved courses

• Podiatry-specific risk management resources

• Outstanding customer service

• Expert claims-handling

• Experienced defense counsel

• Additional insurance products through ProAssurance Agency

• Group practice coverage

PICA provides podiatric physicians with resources designed to support every stage of practice—from residency through retirement. Whether you're looking for risk management guidance, continuing education, practice management tools, customizable forms, or professional development opportunities, you'll find resources created specifically for the unique needs of podiatrists. PICA can also provide a variety of discounts such as part-time, new practitioner, risk management, non-surgical, and leave of absence.

To learn more, visit picagroup.com or contact PICA at (800) 251-5727.