Lou Sportelli, DC, a nationally recognized leader in the chiropractic profession and longtime executive at NCMIC, is the featured guest on the January 2 episode of the podcast Chiropractical, where he reflects on NCMIC’s 80th anniversary and the remarkable evolution of chiropractic care.
In the episode, Sportelli shares insights into NCMIC’s origins, its mission to serve and protect DCs, and the pivotal role the organization has played in supporting the profession since its founding in 1946. The conversation also explores major milestones in chiropractic history, from early struggles for recognition to today’s growing integration into mainstream healthcare and why the profession’s future is more connected and more essential than ever.
“Celebrating 80 years of NCMIC is really about celebrating the resilience and progress of the chiropractic profession,” said Sportelli. “It’s a story of perseverance, innovation and an unwavering commitment to patient-centered care.”
Listeners will hear Sportelli reflect on key lessons learned over decades of leadership, the importance of professional unity and his perspective on the future of chiropractic in an evolving healthcare landscape. The episode offers both historical context and forward-looking insights for DCs, students and healthcare professionals alike.
The episode featuring Sportelli is available on Chiropractical across major podcast platforms.
For more information about NCMIC, visit ncmic.com/about.
About Chiropractical
Produced by NCMIC, Chiropractical is a podcast designed to help doctors of chiropractic navigate real-world challenges and opportunities in their practices. With expert guests, practical advice, and inspiring stories, Chiropractical provides listeners with tools to grow both personally and professionally.
About NCMIC
NCMIC was formed in 1946 by a group of doctors of chiropractic with the express purpose of offering malpractice insurance to DCs when no one else would. Delivering on its promise, We Take Care of Our Own®1, NCMIC has grown to become the largest provider of chiropractic malpractice insurance in the nation and has expanded its offerings to include business and personal insurance, equipment loans, credit card processing, business credit cards, and premium financing. With more than 75 years’ experience and an “A” (Excellent) rating from industry analyst A.M. Best2, NCMIC is a company that DCs can rely on today and in the years to come. For more information, please visit ncmic.com.
References
- “We Take Care of Our Own” is a registered service mark of NCMIC Groups, Inc. and NCMIC Risk Retention Group, Inc.
- Industry Analyst A.M. Best rating range from A ++ to S. See ambest.com.
