Ms. Lucas leads East Hospital, Harding Hospital and Dodd Rehabilitation Hospital, three key hospitals within The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. There, she drives strategic alignment, service growth and community-centered care. A longtime champion for underserved populations, Ms. Lucas has expanded access to behavioral health and addiction services, including launching a behavioral health urgent care and opening a new residential addiction recovery facility. She is a relationship builder with staff and community partners, and is known for her ability to align hospital growth with the evolving needs of central Ohio’s diverse population. Under her tenure, East Hospital earned multiple national accolades, including a Leapfrog “A” grade and recognition from the Emergency Nurses Association.
