Kennon works alongside a team of physicians to provide follow-up care for orthopedic patients in the clinic, as well as help expand services to rural communities through satellite clinics. Kennon, who is board certified in both Family Practice and Adult Gerontology Acute Care, loves helping patients regain mobility and improve their quality of life.

Kennon has 12 years of nursing experience. She graduated with a Master’s of Science in Nursing from the University of South Alabama this summer. She earned her Associates and Bachelor’s degrees in nursing from the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith. After college, Kennon began her career as an emergency room nurse in 2008 at what is now Baptist Heath-Fort Smith. Kennon also spent three years as a flight nurse. She most recently served Baptist Health as an administrative nursing supervisor and worked with multiple departments to oversee daily hospital operations in accordance with set policies and safety guidelines.