About
Lexington Regional Health Center continues a proud tradition of providing outstanding medical care.
Committed to maintaining a strong spirit of community, we invest our resources close to home. Our staff is dedicated to patients receiving a high quality of care that meets or exceeds expectations. We proactively embrace the concept of patient safety. We encourage our staff to care for each other, so that we can better care for the people we serve.
Jason Douglas, CEO
Our mission is to optimize the health of our patients and community through innovation and excellence in care, education and service.
Our vision is to become the premier healthcare provider in the region.
Integrity. Our promise.
Value. Our commitment.
Compassion. Our distinction.
Excellence. Our standard.
Innovation. Our future.
Dedicated to Quality Care Since 1976
Founded in 1976 as Tri-County Hospital, Lexington Regional Health Center has transformed from a 40-bed facility to a 25-bed critical access hospital, now a political subdivision overseen by a five-member elected board. Today, Lexington Regional provides comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, surgical, emergency, and obstetric services, continually adapting to meet the needs of the community.
Expanding Access and Enhancing Facilities
Lexington Regional expanded with the opening of an Urgent Care Clinic in 2011 for affordable, after-hours care. By 2013, the hospital implemented 24/7 emergency room coverage. In 2014, Lexington completed major upgrades, including a new Outpatient Services Center with advanced operating rooms, private patient rooms, and renovated visitor areas—adding 31,000 square feet and enhancing existing spaces to improve patient care without increasing taxes or fees.
Commitment to Community Health
Expanding access to care has long been a priority for Lexington Regional Health Center. Family Medicine Specialists opened in 2014, followed by the Elwood Rural Health Clinic and the addition of orthopedic and sports medicine services in 2016. In 2018, LRHC further strengthened regional healthcare access with the opening of the Bertrand clinic and the introduction of interventional pain management. Most recently, in 2026, LRHC continued its growth with the opening of the Elm Creek Clinic, the launch of vascular services, and the addition of breast surgery care. These milestones demonstrate LRHC’s enduring commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare services to communities across the region.
A Positive Economic and Social Impact
Lexington Regional’s economic contributions to the community reached over $55 million in 2017, benefiting local businesses and reinforcing the area’s economic health. Recognized nationally as a “Best Place to Work” in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023 and 2026 the hospital prioritizes both patient satisfaction and employee well-being. Looking forward, Lexington Regional remains dedicated to enhancing services and technology to offer superior care close to home.
