New Medical Director at Hospice

Dr Justine Needham, has now been appointed as new Medical Director of Hospice Isle of Man, undertaking the role in May 2024.

Currently in the role is Dr Ben Harris who is due to retire from the charity in May, having given over 30 years of dedication, service and absolute commitment to both the charity and the Manx public.

Dr Ben is almost synonymous with excellence in palliative and end of life care – and most certainly Hospice Isle of Man.

Medical Director

Dr Justine Needham will be known to people across the Island, as she is already working two days a week at Hospice, and is also known within many other clinical leadership roles.

Speaking about her new role, Dr Needham said: “I am honoured and thrilled to accept the position of Medical Director at Hospice.

“I already thoroughly enjoy working in Palliative care, and to have the opportunity to extend my role within the organisation is amazing news. Dr Harris will truly be a hard act to follow! 

Dr Justine Needham

“I look forward to working together with the rest of the Hospice team to uphold the highest standards of medical care and to continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.”

The team at Hospice are thrilled that Justine will be joining them full time, and congratulate her in her new role.

John Knight, Chief Executive of Hospice, commented: “This is a significant change for Hospice as Dr Ben Harris leaves us.

“But Justine is an excellent fit for the role, and she will be key in delivering a very positive future for the organisation in being leaders of palliative and end of life care for the Island community.”