(Missoula Current) Providence Montana named a new chief medical officer on Monday as the healthcare system navigates a rapidly changing landscape. Dr. Daniel Spoon, a Montana native and interventional cardiologist, will provide medical oversight to hospitals and clinics across Providence Montana. “He is highly respected—locally and nationally—as both a cardiac physician and a clinical researcher, consistently demonstrating unwavering dedication to advancing medical practices.”Spoon also serves as the Director of Research for Providence Montana and the Cardiovascular Medical Director of the Providence Clinical Innovation Institute. He is recognized for his contributions to cardiovascular innovation and his leadership in clinical research and clinical trials in rural settings, according to Providence. “His commitment to service, paired with his transparent forward-looking perspective, will be invaluable as we navigate the rapidly changing landscape of health care,” said Calhoun.