Angela Hinnegan, CPA, MHL, FACHE Chief Executive Officer A MESSAGE FROM THE CEO Photo by Linda Kvittem To our Central Kenai Peninsula community As the long days of summer begin to fade into the richness of an Alaska fall, I want to thank you—our neighbors, patients, staff and partners—for the trust you place in Central Peninsula Hospital (CPH). It is truly an honor to serve this remarkable community. Last fall, we paused to listen carefully to you through our Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). The purpose of the assessment is to gather input from residents across the Central Kenai Peninsula to better understand what matters most when it comes to health and well-being. The 2025 assessment reinforced something we hear often: Access to care, chronic disease, mental health and cancer prevention are top priorities for our community. With a population of nearly 60,000 residents and an increasing number of seniors, the demand for high-quality, local health care continues to rise. It’s our responsibility not only to meet today’s needs, but to thoughtfully plan for the future. Many of you have told us that leaving the area for care can be difficult and disruptive. In fact, nearly half of households reported traveling outside the region for medical services within the past year. That’s why CPH is actively working to bring more specialty services right here to our community. In the coming months, you will begin to see expanded access in: ● Dermatology, helping patients address both routine and complex skin conditions. ● Mohs surgery, a highly effective, precise treatment for skin cancer. ● Ear, nose and throat (ENT) services, supporting everything from chronic sinus issues to more advanced surgical needs. These investments directly support one of our top priorities identified in the CHNA: improving access to health care services. Our goal is simple—fewer miles traveled, faster care and better outcomes for you and your family. We are also continuing to strengthen other key services you told us matter most: ● Cancer services and screening efforts, recognizing that cancer remains a significant concern in our region. ● Cardiac and stroke care, as heart disease continues to be a leading cause of death. ● Mental health and substance use services, one of the highest priorities identified by our community. ● Programs focused on nutrition, diabetes care, tobacco cessation and physical activity. We are not just growing—we are growing with purpose. Every new service, every new provider and every new program is guided by what we hear from you. We look forward to serving you—now and in the seasons ahead. 2 Central Peninsula Hospital
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