ConvenientMD Names James Morse, MD, District Medical Director for Maine

October 19, 2026
Portsmouth, NH — ConvenientMD, a leading urgent care provider in New England, announced the appointment of James (Jamie) Morse, MD, CPE, FACEP, as district medical director for Maine. In this role, Morse will oversee clinical care across ConvenientMD’s 11 Maine urgent care locations, working closely with providers and clinic teams to support high-quality, consistent patient care and continued clinical excellence.
 
“Strong clinical leadership is essential to delivering the kind of care our patients deserve and to creating an environment where providers can do their best work,” said ConvenientMD’s Chief Medical Officer, Kim Ariyabuddhiphongs, MD, MBA. “Jamie brings an impressive combination of clinical expertise, operational experience and a commitment to supporting the people who care for our patients every day. We are pleased to have him join our team and help us continue to strengthen care across Maine.”
 
Morse brings extensive experience in emergency medicine, physician leadership, and clinical operations. Most recently, he served as regional medical director for BlueWater Health, overseeing the quality of care, staffing and clinical performance across five emergency departments, including York Hospital, in York, Maine. He also served as president of Greater Newburyport Emergency Physicians, where he led a group of more than 25 medical professionals, and held multiple leadership roles at Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport, Massachusetts, including chief of emergency medicine.
 
Throughout his career, Morse has focused on improving clinical processes, strengthening medical teams, and mentoring physicians and advanced practice providers. His leadership approach emphasizes clinical competency, teamwork and professional development.
 
As District Medical Director, Morse will partner with ConvenientMD’s Maine providers and clinic teams to promote evidence-based clinical practices, support quality improvement initiatives and help ensure providers have the guidance and resources they need to provide exceptional care.
 
“I am eager to work collaboratively with ConvenientMD providers and care teams across Maine,” said Morse. “I believe excellent patient care starts with strong teams, a commitment to continuous improvement and a culture where clinicians are supported in doing their best work. I look forward to partnering with the team to build on that foundation and serve patients throughout the state.”
 
Morse completed his emergency medicine residency at Yale University and earned his medical degree from McGill University. He is a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP) and a Certified Physician Executive (CPE). His background also includes teaching, clinical quality improvement and service on hospital leadership and patient care committees.
 
ConvenientMD operates 11 urgent care locations across Maine, providing walk-in care for a wide range of illnesses and injuries seven days a week. The organization is committed to making good health more convenient for all while supporting the teams who make that care possible.
 
Caption: ConvenientMD, a leading urgent care provider in New England, announced the appointment of James “Jaime” Morse, MD, CPE, FACEP, as district medical director for Maine, where he will oversee clinical care across ConvenientMD’s 11 Maine urgent care locations.
 
ConvenientMD Urgent Care operates 51 urgent care clinics across New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts, making high quality, convenient care available when patients need it most. Its urgent care clinics deliver fast, affordable treatment for minor illnesses and injuries and provide an advanced array of services, including X rays, labs, occupational health, and virtual care. In 2022, ConvenientMD launched Primary Care to be more accessible, supportive, and affordable, offering a modern approach centered on prevention, personal health goals, and long term wellness. 
 
Together, ConvenientMD Urgent Care and ConvenientMD Primary Care advance the organization’s mission to make good health more convenient for all. Learn more at ConvenientMD.com.

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