Peter (Pete) Edis was raised in a small, historic hamlet in the Northeast. His father served as a police officer, while his mother was a dedicated homemaker and licensed beautician. He has a younger brother who still resides near their childhood home with his wife and three children. As a child, Pete spent summers with his grandparents in the Adirondack Mountains, where he developed a lifelong passion for the outdoors—eventually mastering fly fishing—and spent countless hours exploring lakes, rivers, and streams. He also took up water skiing at the age of ten, a hobby he continues to enjoy.

A self-described late bloomer, Pete began his career humbly, sweeping floors as a state worker at a local psychiatric hospital. Determined to advance his education while working full-time, he earned an Associate of Arts, a Bachelor of Science, and a Master of Science degree through community college, university, and a private Catholic graduate school. In 2010, he achieved the prestigious designation of Fellow with the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Pete and his wife, Dona, have three adult children and share their home with two beloved dogs—a Yellow Labrador, Harley, and a German Shorthair Pointer, Dakotah. Together, they enjoy fly fishing, riding motorcycles (Harleys, of course), and embracing the great outdoors of North Dakota, including boating, fishing, and small-game hunting.

With a career dedicated entirely to rural healthcare, Pete has held a range of leadership roles, including clinician, program coordinator, director, executive director, and hospital executive. His journey—beginning in an entry-level position—has given him a deep appreciation for the dedication and hard work required at every level of the healthcare system.

Pete is passionate about fostering strong community connections and believes that a healthcare system’s success is directly tied to the commitment of its employees, medical providers, and—just as importantly—the support of the communities it serves. He is honored to serve as CEO and remains optimistic about the future of healthcare in Watford City, McKenzie County, and beyond.