Headwaters Hospice and Palliative Care Appoints James Bisom as New CEO
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Headwaters Hospice appoints James Bisom as CEO, leveraging his 14 years of healthcare leadership to enhance patient care quality and operational excellence across Montana.
James Bisom, with a Master's in Health Administration, will implement strategic initiatives to improve patient safety and expand specialized hospice services at Headwaters.
This leadership appointment strengthens Headwaters Hospice's mission to provide compassionate, dignified care that improves quality of life for Montana patients and families.
A Montana native and outdoor enthusiast, James Bisom brings both professional expertise and personal commitment to veteran-owned Headwaters Hospice's heart-centered care approach.
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Headwaters Hospice and Palliative Care has announced the appointment of James Bisom, MHA, as its new Chief Executive Officer. With over 14 years of healthcare leadership experience, Bisom assumes leadership of the veteran-owned healthcare provider with a clear mission to advance quality of life, dignity, and comfort for patients and families throughout Montana.
Bisom brings extensive management experience from previous senior leadership positions across multiple healthcare organizations in Montana. His track record demonstrates consistent success in championing strategic initiatives that improved patient safety, expanded access to specialized services, and enhanced overall care delivery. This background positions him to drive meaningful improvements in hospice and palliative care services across the state.
The appointment signals Headwaters Hospice and Palliative Care's commitment to strengthening its leadership team with experienced professionals who understand Montana's unique healthcare landscape. Bisom's leadership has consistently driven growth and operational excellence while prioritizing patient satisfaction and community collaboration, making him well-suited to guide the organization's continued development.
"I'm honored to join a team so deeply committed to compassion and integrity," said Bisom. "At Headwaters, we believe great care begins with great people. Together, we'll continue to build a culture that reflects our values of respect, accountability, and excellence in every interaction."
As a Montana native with both Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Master's degree in Health Administration, Bisom brings local understanding and specialized healthcare administration expertise to his new role. His appointment to lead a veteran-owned company aligns with his professional philosophy of providing meaningful, heart-centered care that serves Montana communities with dignity and respect.
For more information about Headwaters Hospice and its palliative care services, visit https://www.headwatershospice.org or reach out through the contact page at https://www.headwatershospice.org/contact.
The leadership transition comes at a time when demand for quality end-of-life care continues to grow across rural healthcare markets. Bisom's extensive experience in improving patient safety and expanding specialized services suggests potential for enhanced care delivery models that could benefit patients and families facing serious illness throughout Montana. His focus on community collaboration may also strengthen partnerships with other healthcare providers, potentially creating more integrated care networks for patients requiring hospice and palliative services.
Headwaters Hospice and Palliative Care's commitment to maintaining veteran ownership while appointing a CEO with both local roots and advanced healthcare administration credentials demonstrates the organization's dedication to balancing community values with professional healthcare standards. This leadership appointment may influence how other rural healthcare providers approach executive recruitment and organizational development in specialized care sectors.
Curated from 24-7 Press Release

