Dayton Children’s Hospital has completed a new urgent care facility in West Dayton, named the Feldman Center for Healthy Futures in honor of the outgoing president and CEO, Deborah Feldman. This new center is a testament to Feldman’s impactful 14-year leadership, during which she significantly influenced the hospital’s strategy and community-based pediatric care.
Feldman’s Legacy
Under Feldman’s leadership, Dayton Children’s achieved national recognition for its specialties and expanded its mental health services, including the $110 million Mathile Center for Mental Health and Wellness. Her tenure also saw the adoption of innovative programs like Kids Express and the Center for the Female Athlete, alongside community partnerships focused on prevention and early support.
Feldman expressed her gratitude, stating, “This has been the greatest journey of my life, having the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the children and families of our community.” The new urgent care center will offer essential pediatric services, including care for acute illnesses, minor injuries, and health support, with facilities for imaging and laboratory services.
Future Growth and Support
The urgent care facility, which opens on May 27, was funded through $13 million in public and private contributions. CityWide Development secured $8.5 million in federal and $1 million in state tax credits, while Ohio legislative leaders provided $2 million in state budget appropriations. Additionally, Dayton-based insurer CareSource contributed $1.5 million.
Dayton Children’s continues to expand, with plans for a new building near its main campus to enhance rehabilitative services. Previous expansions include the Mathile Center, an outpatient care center in Centerville, and the Vermillion Place kinship housing development.
As Feldman retires, Dr. Robert Steele from Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City will take over as CEO. The hospital remains committed to serving over 400,000 children annually across 20 counties in Ohio and eastern Indiana, with its two campuses and multiple care sites.
Original reporting: Dayton Daily News — read the source article.
