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Curriculum Vitae
Douglas E Lucas, D.O.
Board Certification:
American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgeons: Certified valid: 5/2017 – 5/2027
American Board of Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine (ABAARM) 2/2023-Current
Licensure
Education
Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Blacksburg, VA
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
8/2004-5/2009
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
Bachelor of Fine Arts
8/1998 – 5/2002
Post-Graduate Training and Appointments
American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M)
Fellow in Anti-Aging and Metabolic Medicine (FAAMM)
12/10/22
American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M)
Certification in Peptide Therapy (Parts I and II)
6/2022 and 12/2022
American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M)
Fellowship in Anti-Aging, Metabolic and Functional Medicine
1/1/2022 - 12/1/2022
Academy of Preventive & Innovative Medicine
Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy Certification
Salt Lake City, UT
Part 1: 2/19-21, 2021
Academy of Preventive & Innovative Medicine
Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy Certification
Salt Lake City, UT
Part 2: 3/19-21, 2021
Genomics-Based Precision Medicine Fellowship
Wild Health
Lexington, KY
6/2020 – 6/2021
Fellow, Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery
Stanford University School of Medicine
Stanford, CA
8/2014 – 7/2015
Chief Resident
Department of Orthopedic Surgery
Ohio University/Doctors Hospital
7/2013 – 6/2014
Resident, Orthopedic Surgery
Ohio University/Doctors Hospital
Director: Thomas Baker, DO
Columbus, OH
7/2010 – 6/2014
Internship, Orthopedic Surgery
Ohio University/Doctors Hospital
Director: Thomas Baker, DO
Columbus, OH
7/2009 – 6/2010
Academic Appointments
Clinical Instructor
Stanford University School of Medicine
8/2014 – 6/2015
Centers for Osteopathic Research and Education
Group IV Faculty
7/2009 – 6/2014
Professional Activities
LifeMD, Inc
236 5th Avenue, Suite 400
New York, NY 10001
4/2025 - Current
The OsteoCollective, LLC
270 Gravely Branch Rd.
Fletcher, NC 28732
10/2024-Current
Optimal Human Health, PLLC
15 Yorkshire Street, Suite #200
Asheville, NC 28803
6/1/2021 - Current
HCA Physician Services Group
190 Riverview Street
Franklin, NC 28734
4/2020 - Current
Emerge Ortho
129 McDowell St.
Asheville, NC 28801
12/2018 – 3/2020
Mercy Orthopedic Associates
1 Mercado Street, Suite #202
Durango, CO 81301
8/2015 – 11/2018
Clinical Instructor
Stanford University School of Medicine
Stanford, CA
8/2014 – 7/2015
Orthopedic Moonlighting Staff
Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Columbus, OH
6/2012 – 6/2014
Orthopedic Moonlighting Staff
Dublin Methodist Hospital
Dublin, OH
7/2012 – 6/2014
ATLS Surgeon Instructor
Central Ohio Trauma System
Columbus, OH
8/2011 – 8/2019
Group IV Faculty
Centers for Osteopathic Research and Education
Columbus, OH
7/2009 – 6/2014
Committee Memberships
AOFAS Research Committee
American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society
7/2013 - 7/2022
OOFAR (Orthopedic Outcomes in Foot and Ankle Registry)
American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society
7/2017 – 1/2020
Societies and Memberships
The Menopause Society 1/2024 - Present
International Peptide Association 12/2022 - Present
American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine 12/2022 - Present
American Orthopaedic Society of 3D Printing (AOS3D): 1/2018 - 2022
Southern Orthopaedic Association: February: 2017 - 2021
American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society: 9/2011 - 4/2023
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons: 7/2009 - 7/2016
American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons: 7/2009 – Present
Sigma Sigma Phi: 2009 - Present
American Osteopathic Association: 8/2005 - 8/2016
National Orthopedic Meeting Podium Presentations:
Western Orthopaedic Association. Achilles Tendon Ruptures: To Fix or Not Snowmass, CO. August 2018
Consulting Relationships:
Life Force 11/2021 - 1/2025
Development and Consulting
PHD Advanced Nutrition, LLC: 5/2015 – Current
Chief Science Officer
Synthes/Depuy: 5/2015 – 2020
Education
Product Development
Acumed: 2017 – 2020
Education
Product Development
Hormone and Bone Health Presentations:
Coalition for Radical Life Extension 2026 RAADFest: Fragile Bones, Shorter Life: A Roadmap to Rebuild. September 5, 2026. Talking Stick Resort. Scottsdale, AZ.
Preventing & Reversing Osteoporosis Naturally. International Institute for Musculoskeletal Health Education (IIMHE). June 17, 2026. Webinar.
Bone Health as a Biomarker of Longevity. Academy of Naturopathy and Alternative Medicine (ANAM). May 6, 2026. Webinar.
The A4M 2026 Longevity SpringFest: Bone Health as a Biomarker of Longevity. April 12, 2026. Palm Beach County Convention Center. West Palm Beach, FL.
The A4M 2025 Longevity Fest: Bone Health as a Biomarker of Longevity. December 14, 2025. The Venetian and Palazzo Resort. Las Vegas, NV.
2025 National Menopause Show: Stronger Bones, Stronger You. Midlife: A Decision, Not a Decline. October 5, 2025. Anaheim Convention Center. Anaheim, CA.
The 2025 Healthspan Summit: Strong Bones, Long Life: Unlocking a Key to Healthspan. Precision Diagnostics: Genes, Gut, & Bone in Personalized Healthspan. October 4, 2025. Above the Block LA. Sawtelle, CA.
Mindshare Summit 2025: How YouTube Helped Me Retire. September 20, 2025. JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa. Scottsdale, AZ.
Coalition for Radical Life Extension 2025 RAADFest: Bone Health is a Biomarker of Healthspan. July 11, 2025. Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa. Las Vegas, NV.
2025 OsteoCollective Retreat: Hormone Risks vs Benefits. Eating for Your Bone Health. Osteoporosis Today. February 22, 2025. Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas. Scottsdale, AZ.
32nd Annual Longevity Fest 2024: Lifestyle Pillars to Avoid Sarcopenia and Osteoporosis. December 15, 2024. Venetian Expo and Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV.
2024 The Natural Path to Strong Bones: Reversing Osteoporosis Without Medication. Reversing Osteoporosis Naturally. November 16, 2024. Strength Lab Plus, Naples, FL.
2024 Midwest Bone Health Summit: REMS Scan Clinic 4 - Day Event. Osteoporosis Reversal Naturally. October 23, 2024. Osteoporosis & Hormone Replacement. October 24, 2024. OsteoStrong Telegraph, St. Louis, MO.
2024 OsteoStrong & Dr. Doug Lucas Live Event: The Importance of Bone Health & Care. Bone Health & Risk Factors of Osteoporosis. September 30, 2024. OsteoStrong Louisville, Louisville, KY.
2024 BHRT Symposium: Endocrine Balance and Bio-Identical Hormone Restoration. Reversing Osteoporosis with Health Optimization. September 20, 2024. JW Marriott Los Angeles LIVE, Los Angeles, CA.
2024 OsteoStrong & Dr. Doug Lucas Live Event: Unlock Your Bone Health Potential. Pillars of Osteoporosis Reversal. September 19, 2024. OsteoStrong Mar Vista, Los Angeles, CA
2024 A4M Spring Congress: The Metabolic Crisis. Reversing Osteoporosis with Health Optimization. Session1: Hormone Strategies. May 5, 2024. Palm Beach Convention Center (PBCC), West Palm Beach, FL.
Health Optimization Presentations:
Biohacking Muscle and Bone: 3 Tools to Get You to 180. May 28, 2025. The Fairmont Austin. Austin, TX.
Supplements for Weight Loss. PHD Weight Loss. January 19, 2022. Webinar
Fasting for Weight Loss. PHD Weight Loss. September 15, 2021. Webinar
Vegetable Oils: How they can cause obesity, diabetes and more! PHD Weight Loss. March 10, 2021. Webinar
Diabetes, Reverse It! PHD Weight Loss. January 13, 2021. Webinar
Improving your sleep! Habits, Supplements and Medications. PHD Weight Loss. November 18, 2020. Webinar
Cholesterol Update! PHD Weight Loss. August 27, 2020. Webinar
Diabetes, Treat It or Reverse It! PHD Weight Loss. April 14, 2020. Webinar
Sleep for Immunity and Weight Loss, PHD Weight Loss. April 2, 2020. Webinar
Sleep and Weight Loss, PHD Weight Loss. September 27, 2019. Double Tree Hotel, Durango, CO.
Diabetes Reversal 101, PHD Weight Loss. September 26, 2019. Civic Center, Farmington, NM.
Myths and Misconceptions of Diabetes, PHD Weight Loss. February 22, 2019, Natural Grocers, Farmington, NM
Myths and Misconceptions of Diabetes, PHD Weight Loss. February 21, 2019, Public Library, Durango, CO
Myths and Misconceptions of Diabetes, PHD Weight Loss. February 20, 2019, Natural Grocers, Durango, CO
Sugar: How Bad Can It Be, PHD Weight Loss. October 29, 2018. Rochester Hotel, Durango, CO
Sugar: Food, Medicine or Poison? PHD Weight Loss. April 13, 2019. Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art, Daytona Beach, FL.
Clarifying the Cholesterol Story and Current Recommendations, PHD Weight Loss. May 9, 2018, Public Library, Durango, CO
Orthopedic Industry Presentations
Fibulink and Ankle Fractures, AOFAS Annual Meeting, Charlotte, NC September 23, 2021
Fibulink, The Orthopedic Foot Club annual meeting, Nasheville TN, June 26, 2021
Fibular Rod Fixation, Acumed International Sales Meeting, January 2021
Calcaneus Plating and Fracture Fixation, Acumed North America Sales Meeting, January 2021
Syndesmosis Fixation, Fibulink Training Faculty, Synthes National Meeting, December 2020
Flexible Syndesmosis Options, Synthes AOFAS, September 2020
Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture Fixation, Acumed Training Webinar, April 2020
Fragment Specific Ankle Fixation and Case Presentation, Nara Medical University, Nara, Japan. October 2019
Fragment Specific Ankle Fixation, Hyogo Prefectural Nishinomiya Hospital, Japan. October 2019
Fragment Specific Ankle Fixation and Case Discussion, Osaka City General Hospital, Osaka Japan. October 2019.
Ankle 3 Tips and Tricks, Midorigaoka Hospital, Japan. October 2019.
Fragment Specific Ankle Fixation and Syndesmosis Reduction, Hotel Granvia Osaka, Osaka Japan. October 2019.
Acumed Sales Rep Training, Hotel Granvia, Osaka Japan. October 2019
Fragment Specific Fixation, Syndesmosis Reduction and Case Presentation, Saiseikai Senri Hospital, Tokyo, Japan, October 2019.
Fragment Specific Fixation, Syndesmosis Reduction and Case Presentation, Nitobe Memorial Nakano General Hospital, Tokyo, Japan. October 2019.
Fragment Specific Ankle Fixation, Jikei Universal Hospital, Tokyo, Japan. October 2019.
Acumed Sales Rep Training, Tokyo, Japan. October 2019.
Acumed Consultant Webinar, September 2018
Acumed Consultant Webinar, February 2018
Acumed Resident Education, Texas Tech WBAMC, El Paso, TX. January 2018
Acumed Intermediate SRPT, Denver, CO. November 2017
Acumed Foot and Ankle Surgical Skills, San Francisco, CA. October 2017.
Industry Sponsored Research Studies
HTX-011 Reduces Acute Pain and Opioid Consumption Following Bunionectomy. 2018
The Role of Cryopreserved Human Amniotic Membrane in the Surgical Repair of Peroneal Tendons: An Infrared Thermography Model. 2013
Peer Reviewed Journal Publications
Minich D, Hernandez E, Holmes C, Lucas D, Fahoum M, Warner W, Frame J. Is Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) Misnamed? Rethinking Its Role in Menopause as a Systemic Regulator of Bone, Brain, Metabolism, and Aging. Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2026; 15(17):6748.
Lucas DE, Watson BC, Simpson GA, Hyer C, Berlet G. Arthroscopic Evaluation of Syndesmotic Instability and Mal-Reduction. Foot and Ankle Specialist, 2016. July 9. Epub ahead of print.
Taylor B, Hansen D, Harrison R, Lucas DE, Degenova D. Primary Retrograde Tibiotalocalcaneal Nailing for Fragility Ankle Fractures. Iowa Orthopedic Journal. Vol 36: 75-78. 2016, June.
Taylor J, Riley A, Watson BC, Lucas DE, Philbin TM. Analysis of Fusion Rates with Tibiotalocalcaneal Nails with and without Internal Compression Using the RAIN Database. Foot Ankle Int. 2016 Mar;37(3):294-9. Epub 2015 Oct 15.
Steginsky B, Lucas DE, Berlet G, Philbin TM. Patient-Reported Outcomes and Return to Activity after Peroneus Brevis Repair. Foot Ankle Int. 2016 Feb;37(2): 178-85. Epub 2015 Oct 22.
Watson BC, Lucas DE, Simpson GA, Berlet GC, Hyer CF. Arthroscopic Evaluation of Syndesmotic Instability in a Cadaveric Model. Foot and Ankle Int. 2015 Nov;36(11):1362-8 Epub 2015, June 4.
Lucas DE, Ekroth S, Hyer C. Intermediate-Term Results of Partial Plantar Fascia Release with Microtenotomy Using Bipolar Radiofrequency Microtenotomy. Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery. 2015, Jan, 21. 643-647.
Lucas DE, Simpson A, Philbin T, Berlet G, Smith JL. Screw Size and Insertion Technique Compared with Removal Rates for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies. Foot Ankle Int. 2015, April; 36(4):395-9.
Lucas DE, Simpson A, Philbin T. Comparing Fixation Used for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A look at removal rates and cost. Foot and Ankle Specialist. 2015, Feb: 8(1): 18-22
Lucas DE, Philbin TM, Hatic S. The Plantar Plate of the First Metatarsal Phalangeal Joint: An Anatomical Study. Foot and Ankle Specialist, 2014 Apr;7(2) 108-12.
Lucas DE, Hyer CF, Berlet GC, Shockely JA. Anomalous Peroneal Tendon Insertion Masquerading as a Retracted Tendon Tear: Case Report. Foot and Ankle International 2013 Apr;34(4): 603-6.
Lucas DE, Willis LM, Klingele KE. Factors Predictive of Early Radiographic Failure After Closed Reduction of Gartland Type II Supracondylar Humerus Fractures. Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma. 2013 Aug;27(8): 457-61.
Grant Funded Studies
Co-Investigator: Rapid Clearance of Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage with a Novel Endoscopic Device. Harvey Peters Grant Recipient. 2007.
Chapter Publications
Lucas DE, Anderson, RB, Hunt KJ. Ligament injuries of the forefoot. Chapman’s Orthopaedics.
Lucas DE, Hunt KJ. Hallux Rigidus: Anatomy and Pathophysiology. Foot Ankle Clin. 2015 Sep;20(3):381-9.
Lucas DE, Philbin TM, Jacob P. Peroneus Longus Tendon Rupture at the Cuboid Groove: Diagnosis and Treatment Options. Current Orthopaedic Practice, Vol. 23, pp 94-8. March, 2012.
Investigator Initiated Studies
Lucas DE, Chou LB, Hunt KJ. 1stMetatarsophalangeal Joint Arthrodesis: A comparison of techniques and an update on locking plate fusion rates. Submission Pending.
Lucas DE, Chou, LB, Hunt KJ. 1st Metatarsophalangeal Joint Arthroscopy: Indications and Early Outcomes. Enrolling.
National Research Presentations
Lucas DE, Patel SS, Onel E, Chu A, Keller MR, Ottoboni T, Quart B. HTX-011 Reduces Acute Pain and Opioid Consumption Following Bunionectomy. Southern Orthopedic Association. Annual Meeting, Amelia Island, October 2018. **Presented by Brian Moran**
Lucas DE, Patel SS, Onel E, Chu A, Keller MR, Ottoboni T, Quart B. HTX-011 Reduces Acute Pain and Opioid Consumption Following Bunionectomy. Southern Orthopedic Association. Annual Meeting, Palm Beach, FL. July, 2018. **Presented by Dr. Patel**
Lucas DE, Hansen D, Taylor B. Ankle Fragility Fractures Treated with Primary Retrograde Tibiotalocalcaneal Nail: Early Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA. March 2014.
Lucas DE, Simpson GA, Smith JL, Berlet G, Philbin TM. Screw Fixation for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A Retrospective Review of Post-Operative Plantar Heel Pain. American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics. Annual Meeting, Colorado Springs, CO. October, 2015 (1stPlace Winner, Foot and Ankle Category).
Regional Research Presentations
Steginsky B, Lucas DE, Berlet G, Philbin TM. Peroneus Brevis Tendon Repair: Long Term Outcomes. Ohio Health System Wide Research Day, June, 2015. Columbus, OH.**Presented by Brian Steginsky, DO**
Steginsky B, Lucas DE, Berlet G, Philbin TM. Peroneus Brevis Tendon Repair: Long Term Outcomes. 43rd Annual Mallory-Coleman Resident Research Day, May, 2015. Columbus, OH.**Presented by Aimee Riley, DO**
Steginsky B, Lucas DE, Berlet G, Philbin TM. Peroneus Brevis Tendon Repair: Long Term Outcomes.10th Annual Doctors Hospital Research Day, May, 2015. Columbus, OH.**Presented by Brian Steginsky, DO** (1st Place Winner)
Steginsky B, Lucas DE, Berlet G, Philbin TM. Peroneus Brevis Tendon Repair: Long Term Outcomes. Ohio Osteopathic Symposium, April, 2015. Columbus, OH.**Presented by Aimee Riley, DO**
Lucas DE, Berlet G, Philbin TM. Screw Fixation for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A Retrospective review of Post-Operative Plantar Heel Pain. The Ohio State University 42nd Annual Mallory-Coleman Resident Research day. May, 2014.
Hansen D, Lucas DE, Taylor B. Ankle Fragility Fractures Treated with Primary Retrograde Tibiotalocalcaneal Nail. The Ohio State University 42nd Annual Mallory-Coleman Resident Research day. May, 2014. **Presented by Dane Hansen, DO**
Watson BC, Lucas DE, Simpson GA, Hyer C, Berlet G. Arthroscopic Evaluation of Syndesmotic Instability in a Cadaveric Model. Dissemination. The Ohio State University 42nd Annual Mallory-Coleman Resident Research day. May, 2014.**Presented by Collier Watson, DO**
Lucas DE, Watson BC, Simpson GA, Hyer C, Berlet G. Arthroscopic Evaluation of Syndesmotic Mal-Reduction and Instability. Dissemination. The Ohio State University 42nd Annual Mallory-Coleman Resident Research day. May, 2014.
Taylor J, Riley A, Watson BC, Lucas DE, Philbin TM. Analysis of Fusion Rates with Tibiotalocalcaneal Nails with and without Internal Compression Using the RAIN Database. The Ohio State University 42nd Annual Mallory-Coleman Resident Research day. May, 2014. **Presented by James Taylor, DO**
Lucas DE, Berlet G, Philbin TM. Screw Fixation for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A Retrospective review of Post-Operative Plantar Heel Pain. 9th Annual Doctors Hospital Research Day, May, 2014. Columbus, OH (2ndplace winner)
Taylor J, Riley A, Watson BC, Lucas DE, Philbin TM. Analysis of Fusion Rates with Tibiotalocalcaneal Nails with and without Internal Compression Using the RAIN Database. 9th Annual Doctors Hospital Research Day, May 2014. Columbus, OH **Presented by James Taylor, DO**
Orthopedic Emergencies and How to Read an X-ray. Acute Care Series Presentation. Doctors Hospital, Columbus, OH August, 27 2013
Podium Presentation of “Comparing Fixation used for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A Look at Removal Rates and Cost.” 3rd Annual Heritage Research Conference at OhioHealth June 2013. Columbus, OH (3rdplace winner)
Podium Presentation of “Comparing Fixation used for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A Look at Removal Rates and Cost.” 8th Annual Doctors Hospital Research Day, May 2013. Columbus, OH (1stplace winner)
Podium Presentation of “Screw Fixation for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A Retrospective review of Post-Operative Plantar Heel Pain.” Mallory Coleman Research Day. Ohio State University. June 2013. Columbus, OH
Podium Presentation of “Factors Predictive of Early Radiographic Failure After Closed Reduction of Gartland Type II Supracondylar Humerus Fractures.” Mallory Coleman Research Day. Ohio State University. June 2012. Columbus, OH.
Grand Rounds “Peroneal Spastic Flatfoot: A sign or a diagnosis.” Nationwide Children’s Hospital, May 2012. Columbus, OH
Poster Presentations
Lucas DE, Tung K, Chou LB, Hunt KJ. 1stMetatarsophalangeal Joint Arthrodesis: A comparison of techniques and an update on locking plate fusion rates. American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society annual meeting, Long Beach, CA. July, 2015.
Steginsky B, Lucas DE, Berlet G, Philbin TM. Peroneus Brevis Tendon Repair: Long Term Outcomes. American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society annual meeting, Long Beach, CA. July, 2015.
Taylor J, Riley A, Watson BC, Lucas DE, Philbin TM. Analysis of Fusion Rates with Tibiotalocalcaneal Nails with and without Internal Compression Using the RAIN Database. American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society annual meeting, Long Beach, CA. July, 2015.
Watson BC, Lucas DE, Simpson GA, Hyer C, Berlet G. Arthroscopic Evaluation of Syndesmotic Instability in a Cadaveric Model. American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons annual scientific conference, Las Vegas, NV. February, 2015.
Lucas DE, Watson BC, Simpson GA, Hyer C, Berlet G. Arthroscopic Evaluation of Syndesmotic Mal-Reduction and Instability. American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons annual scientific conference, Las Vegas, NV. February, 2015.
Watson BC, Lucas DE, Simpson GA, Hyer C, Berlet G. Arthroscopic Evaluation of Syndesmotic Instability in a Cadaveric Model. American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics annual meeting, Los Angeles, October, 2014.
Lucas DE, Watson BC, Simpson GA, Hyer C, Berlet G. Arthroscopic Evaluation of Syndesmotic Mal-Reduction and Instability. American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics annual meeting, Los Angeles, October, 2014.
Taylor J, Riley A, Watson BC, Lucas DE, Philbin TM. Analysis of Fusion Rates with Tibiotalocalcaneal Nails with and without Internal Compression Using the RAIN Database. American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics annual meeting, Los Angeles, October, 2014.
Watson BC, Lucas DE, Simpson GA, Hyer C, Berlet G. Arthroscopic Evaluation of Syndesmotic Instability in a Cadaveric Model. American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society annual meeting, Chicago, 2014.
Lucas DE, Watson BC, Simpson GA, Hyer C, Berlet G. Arthroscopic Evaluation of Syndesmotic Mal-Reduction and Instability. American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society annual meeting, Chicago, 2014.
Lucas DE, Simpson GA, Smith JL, Berlet G, Philbin TM. Screw Fixation for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A Retrospective Review of Post-Operative Plantar Heel Pain. American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society annual meeting, Chicago, 2014.
Watson BC, Lucas DE, Simpson GA, Berlet G, Hyer C. Arthroscopic Evaluation of Syndesmotic Instability. OhioHealth Heritage Research Conference. June 2014. Columbus, OH
Lucas DE, Simpson GA, Smith JL, Berlet G, Philbin T. Screw Fixation for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A Retrospective review of Post-Operative Plantar Heel Pain. OhioHealth Heritage Research Conference. June 2014. Columbus, OH
Lucas DE, Simpson GA, Watson BC, Berlet G, Hyer C. Arthroscopic Evaluation of Syndesmotic Malreduction and Instability. OhioHealth Heritage Research Conference. June 2014. Columbus, OH
Taylor J, Riley A, Watson BC, Lucas DE, Philbin TM. Analysis of Fusion Rates with Tibiotalocalcaneal Nails with and without Internal Compression Using the RAIN Database. OhioHealth Heritage Research Conference. June 2014. Columbus, OH
Hansen D, Lucas DE, Taylor B. Ankle Fragility Fractures Treated with Primary Retrograde Tibiotalocalcaneal Nail: Early Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes. OhioHealth Heritage Research Conference. June 2014. Columbus, OH
Watson BC, Lucas DE, Simpson GA, Berlet G, Hyer C. Arthroscopic Evaluation of Syndesmotic Instability. Doctors Hospital Research Day, May 2014. Columbus, OH
Lucas DE, Berlet G, Philbin T. Screw Fixation for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A Retrospective review of Post-Operative Plantar Heel Pain. Doctors Hospital Research Day, May 2014. Columbus, OH
Lucas DE, Simpson GA, Watson BC, Berlet G, Hyer C. Arthroscopic Evaluation of Syndesmotic Malreduction and Instability. Doctors Hospital Research Day, May 2014. Columbus, OH
Taylor J, Riley A, Watson BC, Lucas DE, Philbin TM. Analysis of Fusion Rates with Tibiotalocalcaneal Nails with and without Internal Compression Using the RAIN Database. Doctors Hospital Research Day, May 2014. Columbus, OH
Hansen D, Lucas DE, Taylor B. Ankle Fragility Fractures Treated with Primary Retrograde Tibiotalocalcaneal Nail: Early Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes. Doctors Hospital Research Day, May 2014. Columbus, OH
Watson BC, Lucas DE, Simpson GA, Berlet G, Hyer C. Arthroscopic Evaluation of Syndesmotic Instability. Regional Osteopathic Poster Exhibition and Competition, April 2014. Columbus, OH
Lucas DE, Berlet G, Philbin T. Screw Fixation for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A Retrospective review of Post-Operative Plantar Heel Pain. Regional Osteopathic Poster Exhibition and Competition, April 2014. Columbus, OH
Hansen D, Lucas DE, Taylor B. Ankle Fragility Fractures Treated with Primary Retrograde Tibiotalocalcaneal Nail: Early Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes. Regional Osteopathic Poster Exhibition and Competition, April 2014. Columbus, OH
Lucas DE, Simpson GA, Watson BC, Berlet G, Hyer C. Arthroscopic Evaluation of Syndesmotic Malreduction and Instability. Regional Osteopathic Poster Exhibition and Competition, April 2014. Columbus, OH
Hancock J, Jacob P, Lucas DE, Baker T, Kovack T. Bosworth Fracture-Dislocations: Do They Need Surgery Emergently or Urgently? American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics annual meeting. October 2013. Colorado Springs, CO.
Lucas DE, Berlet G, Philbin T. Screw Fixation for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A Retrospective review of Post-Operative Plantar Heel Pain. American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics annual meeting. October 2013. Colorado Springs, CO.
Lucas DE, Philbin T, Simpson GA. Comparing Fixation used for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A Look at Removal Rates and Cost. American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society annual meeting. July 2013. Hollywood, CA
Lucas DE, Philbin T. Sural Nerve Anatomy and Percutaneous Screw Fixation of Fifth Metatarsal Fractures: A Cadaveric Study. American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society annual meeting. July 2013. Hollywood, CA
Hancock J, Jacob P, Lucas DE, Baker T, Kovack T. Bosworth Fracture-Dislocations: Do They Need Surgery Emergently or Urgently? Annual Heritage Research Conference at OhioHealth. June 2013. (1stplace winner for scholarly activity)
Ekroth S, Lucas DE, Hyer C. Partial Plantar Fascia Release Using Bipolar Radiofrequency Ablation: Medium Term Results. Annual Heritage Research Conference at OhioHealth. June 2013.
Hancock J, Jacob P, Lucas DE, Baker T, Kovack T. Bosworth Fracture-Dislocations: Do They Need Surgery Emergently or Urgently? Doctors Hospital Research Day. May 2013 (2ndplace winner for scholarly activity category)
Ekroth S, Lucas DE, Hyer C. Partial Plantar Fascia Release Using Bipolar Radiofrequency Ablation: Medium Term Results. Doctors Hospital Research Day. May 2013
Hancock J, Jacob P, Lucas DE, Baker T, Kovack T. Bosworth Fracture-Dislocations: Do They Need Surgery Emergently or Urgently? Ohio Osteopathic Symposium Poster Exhibition and Competition. May 2013. Columbus, OH.
Lucas DE, Philbin T, Simpson GA. Comparing Fixation used for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A Look at Removal Rates and Cost. Ohio Osteopathic Symposium Poster Exhibition and Competition. May 2013. Columbus, OH.
Ekroth S, Lucas DE, Hyer C. Partial Plantar Fascia Release Using Bipolar Radiofrequency Ablation: Medium Term Results. Ohio Osteopathic Symposium Poster Exhibition and Competition. May 2013. Columbus, OH.
Hyer C, Berlet G, Bussewitz B, Hankins T, Philbin TM, Lucas DE. Comparative Assessment of Osteoprogenitor Cells in Bone Marrow Aspirate Obtained from Different Anatomic Locations. Ohio Health Research Day. June 2012. Columbus, OH
Ekroth S, Lucas DE, Hyer C. Partial Plantar Fascia Release Using Bipolar Radiofrequency Ablation: Medium Term Results. American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society annual meeting. San Diego, CA. June 2012.
Lucas DE, Philbin TM, Hatic S. The Plantar Plate of the First Metatarsal Phalangeal Joint: An Anatomical Study. American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society annual meeting. San Diego, CA. June 2012.
Lucas DE, Baugh J, Simmons H. Rapid Clearance of Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage with a Novel Endoscopic Device. SAGES annual meeting. April 2008.
Lucas DE, Baugh J, Simmons H. Rapid Clearance of Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage with a Novel Endoscopic Device. American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. September 2007.
Awards
1stPlace – Podium Presentation. American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics annual meeting, October, 2015. For “Screw Fixation for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A Retrospective review of Post-Operative Plantar Heel Pain.”
2ndPlace – Podium Presentation. 9th Annual Doctors Hospital Research Day. May 2014 for “Screw Fixation for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A Retrospective review of Post-Operative Plantar Heel Pain.”
1stPlace – Podium presentation. 8th Annual Doctors Hospital Research Day. May 2013 for “Comparing Fixation used for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A look at removal rates and cost.”
3rdPlace – Podium presentation. 3rd Annual Heritage Research Conference at OhioHealth. June 2013 for “Comparing Fixation used for Calcaneal Displacement Osteotomies: A look at removal rates and cost.”
2ndPlace – Poster Presentation. 8th Annual Doctors Hospital Research Day. May 2013 for “Bosworth Fracture-Dislocations: Do They Need Surgery Emergently or Urgently?”
1stPlace – Poster Presentation. 3rd Annual Heritage Research Conference at OhioHealth for “Bosworth Fracture-Dislocations: Do They Need Surgery Emergently or Urgently?”
Resident Scholarship – American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society. April 2012
American Osteopathic Foundation P&G Scholarship. 2008
