Community, Compassion, and Corporate Excellence

How Leadership Beyond the Office Strengthens Organizations and the Communities They Serve.

For Josh Helms, CEO Physician Partners of America, leadership doesn’t stop at the clinic door. In addition to his role as CEO of PPOA, he actively contributes to community well-being through service and mentorship. He serves on the Board of Directors for Metropolitan Ministries, where he supports programs that uplift individuals and families in need—a reflection of his belief that strong communities are essential to strong healthcare systems.

Throughout his career, Helms has been recognized for his leadership and commitment to innovation, including being named among Becker’s “Top ASC Leaders Under 40.” Yet he remains focused on the collective success of the people and organizations he leads, not on accolades.

At PPOA, Helms encourages a culture rooted in compassion, accountability, and continuous improvement—values that extend from employees to the patients and communities the company serves. His leadership emphasizes that operational excellence and empathy are not opposing forces, but partners in sustainable growth.

By combining strategic insight with a genuine dedication to service, Josh Helms exemplifies a modern approach to healthcare leadership—one defined not just by results, but by relationships, responsibility, and respect.