Danielle Drummond, MS, FACHE

Danielle Drummond joined Lakeland Regional Health in 2013 and has served in several key roles, first as Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, and then assuming the position of Chief Executive Officer of the health system.

Using her extensive background in biomedical engineering and healthcare technology management and expertise in statistics and operating principles, Ms. Drummond’s work ensures that Lakeland Regional Health resources and systems are developed to meet patient needs and comply with changing healthcare regulations.

Her patient-focused, outcome-based strategies ensure that LRH patients have the best possible healthcare experiences and access to healthcare providers, advanced care facilities, technology, and services. Design and construction process for the eight-story, state-of-the-art Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women and Children, which opened in June 2018. In addition, Ms. Drummond helped to facilitate the Clark & Daughtrey Medical Group transition, oversee the expansion of the Hollis Cancer Center, and strategize for the growth of the Physician Group and ambulatory practices. Ms. Drummond also facilitated significant clinical collaborations with Nemours Children’s Health System for Lakeland Regional Health.

Ms. Drummond is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives and a Six Sigma Black Belt, a designation certifying the highest level of expertise in operating principles and process improvement.