APRIL 2025
Mount Carmel Dublin hospital and medical campus now open!
On April 22, 2025, Mount Carmel Dublin opened its doors to care for patients. The 35-acre campus includes the 240,000 square-foot, 60-bed hospital with a 14-bed emergency department, 10 short-stay beds, four operating rooms and an intensive care unit. In addition to the hospital and emergency department, this campus will offer cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, primary care, and surgical services as well as community health and well-being programs.
Additional Hospital Features:
- Outpatient lab
- Interventional lab
- Endoscopy suite
- Outpatient radiology services
- Women’s imaging
- Inter-Faith Chapel
- On-site bistro
- Community meeting space
“At Mount Carmel, we know our patients want to get back to what they love faster. The average length of stay in one of our hospitals is a full day less than the average of other area health systems. Many of the design and care elements built into this new hospital were specifically chosen so that our patients return healthier, more quickly to their homes and families,” says Tauana McDonald, FACHE, President and CEO.
Foundation hosts special reception to thank generous Mount Carmel Dublin Capital Campaign donors
Mount Carmel Foundation hosted a special event for donors and friends on April 8, 2025, to thank them for their generous support of the Mount Carmel Dublin Capital Campaign.
Foundation President Deanna Stewart welcomed the attendees. “A project of this magnitude and impact is only possible with a clear vision, plan, teamwork and tons of support – including your amazing generosity. To date, Foundation donors have contributed more than $1.3 million to the capital campaign for Mount Carmel Dublin,” she said.
Volunteer campaign leaders Honorary Chair Bishop Earl Fernandes, and Co-Chairs Msgr. Joe Hendricks and Corrine Burger, along with campaign cabinet members, were recognized for their service. The Bishop offered a blessing for the facilities, caregivers and patients.
Mount Carmel President and CEO Tauana McDonald, FACHE, shared, “Extending our brand and radically compassionate care into this area makes all the strategic sense in the world. Did you know that more than a half million people live within a 15-minute drive of this new campus? At Mount Carmel, we want it to be easier for everyone to access the care that they need, when they need it and close to home. We’re making that happen.”
Diane Doucette, MBA, RN, executive champion and project leader, provided guests with details about the conception, planning and activation of the new campus. “The activation planning – where we determine how everything here will operate - kicked off in November 2023. One hundred and twenty-five people in 12 different groups representing acute care, population health, Mount Carmel Medical Group, and the Mount Carmel Health Plan, among others, began working on the successful integration of all elements of care from our system into this new hospital and medical campus,” she said.
At the conclusion of the formal remarks, a commissioned custom water color portrait of the campus was unveiled by Deanna and artists Kevin Buckland and Pertain Gillespie. The painting will be displayed near the chapel and donors were thanked with a commemorative print of the art.
Learn more about the Mount Carmel Dublin Capital Campaign.
Mount Carmel Dublin opening celebrated with ribbon-cutting ceremony
On April 10, 2025, Mount Carmel hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of new Dublin hospital and medical campus.
At the event, Tauana McDonald, FACHE, said, “When I stepped into the role of President and CEO, the project to build Mount Carmel Dublin was well underway. “Under the guidance of Lorraine Lutton, my predecessor, as well as Diane Doucette and Monica Treinish, this project has turned into more than just an idea, it’s now a real place that will heal and serve the community. I am honored to be here today at its completion. It is our mission to be a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.”
Diane Doucette, MBA, RN, president of Mount Carmel New Albany, St. Ann’s and Dublin, recognized and thanked Dublin officials and community and business leaders, local and state government officials, the Catholic Diocese, physician partners, Mount Carmel board members, colleagues and physicians for the contributions to the success of the project. Construction partners Danis, Korda/Nemeth, HGA and Hplex Solutions also were acknowledged for their partnership on the new medical campus.
Watch highlights of the Mount Carmel Dublin opening events.
More than 2,000 people celebrate the new hospital at community open house
Mount Carmel welcomed community members to celebrate the new campus on April 12, 2025. More than 2,000 people attended the day filled with fun, exploration and celebration. Guests took part in guided tours, enjoyed treats from local food trucks, and were provided with wellness screenings. Fun for the whole family activities also included live entertainment, face painting, caricatures, CPR and first aid demonstrations, Touch-a-truck/Touch-a-chopper, and a special appearance by the Easter Bunny!
We’re celebrating National Volunteer Month!
Last week, Mount Carmel Dublin officially activated its volunteers, capping off a month-long celebration of volunteers throughout the health system. “We’re thrilled by the number of people who have applied to volunteer at the Dublin campus,” says Libby Ballentine, MS, CAVS, CDVS, operations manager, Volunteer Services.
“We take special pride in creating a great volunteer experience at Mount Carmel,” Libby adds. “We celebrate their service throughout the month of April and make sure they feel seen, heard and appreciated.” Some of the activities in April included social events, branded giveaways, awards, and recognition for legacy volunteers who have provided 1,000 hours and five years of service.
The 450 volunteers at Mount Carmel serve as wayfinders, guest services support and welcome ambassadors. In addition to other roles, volunteers support surgery teams by assisting staff at the waiting desk, helping patients, family members and visitors feel informed and cared for throughout the process. “They are a guiding presence throughout the system,” says Libby.
“Mount Carmel volunteers are skilled, dedicated and passionate about giving back to the community. We provide all of the training and support they need to make a difference, make new connections and have fun,” Libby says.
Learn more about volunteering with Mount Carmel.