PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center, located in Ketchikan, Alaska, has been serving the community for over a century. Founded in 1923 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace as the Little Flower Hospital, it has grown into a critical access hospital offering comprehensive healthcare services.

The medical center provides 24/7 emergency care, general and orthopedic surgery, advanced diagnostic imaging, and laboratory services. It also features a Behavioral Health Clinic, a New Beginnings Birthing Center, and the New Horizons Long-Term Care Unit. Rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, support patient recovery.

PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center is actively engaged with the local community, collaborating on initiatives for food security, housing, and behavioral health. In fiscal year 2024, it invested $191,000 in support of Ketchikan Gateway Borough organizations.

The hospital has received multiple accolades, including the "2023 Most Socially Responsible Hospital in Alaska" award, a Pathway to Excellence® designation for nursing, and a CMS 5-star rating for cleanliness.

• Emergency Medicine – 24/7 emergency care
• Family Medicine – Primary care for all ages
• Behavioral Health – Mental health services
• Cardiology – Heart care and treatments
• Diabetes Education – Support for diabetes management
• Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) – Treatment for ENT disorders
• Gastroenterology – Digestive system care
• General Surgery – Surgical procedures
• Imaging Services – X-ray, MRI, CT scan, 3D mammography
• Neurology – Treatment for nervous system disorders
• Obstetrics & Gynecology – Women’s health, maternity care
• Oncology – Cancer diagnosis and treatment
• Orthopedics & Sports Medicine – Bone, joint, and sports injury care
• Pediatrics – Healthcare for infants and children
• Pulmonology – Respiratory and lung care
• Rehabilitation Therapy – Physical, occupational, and speech therapy
• Sleep Study Center – Diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders
• Urology – Urinary tract and reproductive health

1. Clinical Performance:

   • Infection rates

   • Mortality rates

   • Readmission rates

2. Patient Satisfaction:

   • Patient feedback

   • Complaint resolution

3. Operational Efficiency:

   • Bed occupancy rates

   • Average length of stay

4. Safety:

   • Incident reporting

   • Hand hygiene compliance

5. Nursing Quality:

   • Patient satisfaction with nursing care

   • Staff-to-patient ratios

Mission:

1. To carry on the healing mission of Jesus Christ.

2. Promote personal and community health.

3. Relieve pain and suffering.

4. Treat every individual in a loving and caring manner.

Vision:

1. Create healthier communities.

2. Address health disparities.

3. Partner with the community to identify and prioritize health needs.

4. Ensure compassionate care for all, especially vulnerable populations.

1. Mission and Values Awards: Recognizing collaboration and social justice contributions.

2. Health Care Innovation Award: Received funding for improving primary care coordination.

3. ANCC Pathway to Excellence Designation: Recognizing nursing excellence.

4. Grant Funding: Supporting healthcare initiatives in rural Alaska.