About Ketchikan Medical Center

Kendall began his leadership journey as a Registered Nurse on the front line of patient care, serving a 15-year tenure at PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center. He returned to PeaceHealth after amassing more than 25 years of experience and innovation in executive healthcare leadership. Leading in multiple care environments, he is a skilled relationship-builder recognized for his thoughtful communication, presence and teamwork. Prior to rejoining PeaceHealth, Kendall served as chief operating officer for Providence Portland Medical Center. During his tenure, Providence gained top-quartile patient experience scores for inpatient and the Emergency Department as well as Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade A. Kendall holds a master’s in healthcare administration from the University of Phoenix.

Sarah is an experienced leader with a proven track record at PeaceHealth and has a deep commitment to the region. As the former Director of Surgical Services, Sarah identified and improved access and process flow in the OR. Sarah has worked collaboratively across disciplines and departments to foster a culture of teamwork. Prior to her role in Surgical Services, Sarah managed the Labor and Delivery unit and served as a house supervisor. Sarah holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University in St. Louis, MO, and a Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in healthcare leadership from Boise State in Boise, ID.

Joe Livengood, MD, has served KMC as an acute care surgeon since 2021. As a surgeon, he has practiced in Alaska, Colorado and Maine with a specialty in trauma surgery. He has significant experience in trauma medicine and currently serves as the medical director for several EMS agencies. Dr. Livengood holds credentials in project management and a certificate in Lean Healthcare. He is a proven leader with extensive experience in training, operations and strategic planning. 

Jennifer Moyes has been with PeaceHealth since 1996.  She has served in various leadership roles over the last 17 years, most recently as the Critical Care Nursing Director at PeaceHealth St Joseph Medical Center. Jennifer most recently has collaboratively transitioned a medical/surgical telemetry Unit to an intermediate care unit. She also has worked with the ICU physicians, nurses, therapies, respiratory therapist, and pharmacists to have an awake and walking ICU.  Jennifer is passionate about process improvement to improve both the patient and caregivers experience. Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Seattle University in Seattle, WA; Master of Science in Nursing with a focus in Health Systems Leadership from Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA; Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Capella University in Minneapolis, MN.