Recent News & Updates

PeaceHealth President and CEO Liz Dunne to Retire After a Decade of Transformative Leadership

After 10 years of distinguished service, PeaceHealth President and Chief Executive Officer, Liz Dunne, announced her upcoming retirement. Sarah Ness, current executive vice president and chief administrative officer, has been named her successor, effective Jan. 3, 2026.

PeaceHealth Peace Island nationally recognized for excellence in patient experience

The Emergency Department at PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center has been recognized with a 2024 Human Experience Pinnacle of Excellence Award® by Press Ganey, the national leader in healthcare consumer and workforce engagement.

Expanding to Better Serve Our Community: PeaceHealth St. Joseph’s Stronger Together Campaign

If you live in or near Bellingham, you’ve probably been to the PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center; since 1966, many in our community have relied on “St. Joe’s,” as it’s affectionately known, for lifelong care across a wide spectrum of needs.
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PeaceHealth opens new clinic in Lynden

PeaceHealth opened a new primary and specialty care clinic in Lynden, Wash., on April 15, significantly expanding healthcare options and access to communities in north and east Whatcom County.

United General Medical Center celebrates 10 years with PeaceHealth

On April 1, 2014, United General Hospital in Sedro-Woolley officially joined the PeaceHealth family.

PeaceHealth medical centers nationally recognized with “As” for the spring 2024 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades

PeaceHealth medical centers, including PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center, have once again earned this prestigious award in healthcare safety. 

PeaceHealth announces 2024 Mission and Values Award recipients

The PeaceHealth Mission and Values Awards honor caregivers who exemplify our Mission and Values. 

Inspiring Caregiver and Patient Stories

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Amanda Willgins named Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 Top 7 Under 40

Amanda Willgins is a licensed clinical social worker working at PeaceHealth’s Family Medicine office on Cordata.

PeaceHealth Mission and Values Award recipient – Keila Torres

A caregiver models the Value of Social Justice through her efforts to improve the lives of the vulnerable in her community.

Malena Munroe, clinical nurse educator, Collaboration Award

This nurse educator in Bellingham uses empathy and understanding to help other caregivers connect with patients.
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