About Us

Dialysis Centers of Dayton (DCD) is the largest provider of hemodialysis in southwest Ohio performing nearly 75,000 dialysis treatments per year.

Our primary responsibility is to provide comprehensive care for patients with end-stage renal disease. The dedicated staff at each location truly cares for our patients and work diligently to provide quality care in a comfortable environment. We recognize that the patient deserves the highest standard of care possible regardless of race, status, or creed and treat each patient on a personal level. Our teams of professionals work in partnership with each patient to ensure that all needs are satisfied. Each team is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care possible using all available resources.

The staff has extensive experience and receives ongoing comprehensive renal education which ensures patient focused, quality dialysis services. Our state certified education program also provides renal education and training for Miami Valley Hospital, Upper Valley Medical Center, Atrium Medical Center and Good Samaritan Hospital.

We are committed to providing our patients with individualized care by tailoring treatments to meet their specific needs. Five locations, strategically located throughout the region, make it convenient for our patients to receive the quality care they need and expect. Each Dialysis Center received a Letter of Commendation from the Ohio Department of Health noting exemplary performance during the 2007 licensure and Medicare certification surveys.

Our Management Team
Michael O'Connell - President & CEO Michael O'Connell has been with DCD since 1998 and over that time assumed roles of increasing responsibility in the corporate office. He was appointed President & CEO of DCD in 2005. O'Connell's career in healthcare began in the pharmaceutical division of The Procter and Gamble Company. Following graduate school, he worked in administration at the Cincinnati VAMC. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from The Ohio State University and Master's Degree in Health Services Administration from Xavier University. He also completed a Graduate Assistantship at the Cincinnati Department of Health. Professional memberships include The National Renal Administrators Association and The Ohio Renal Association.	Michael O'Connell President & CEO
Siva Ambalavanan, M.D., FRCP (UK), FACP - Chief Medical Officer and Medical Director Medical Degree Madras Medical College, University of Madras, India MRCP, Royal College of Physicians, United Kingdom Residency Internal Medicine, University of Utah Medical Center, Salt Lake City, UT Fellowship Nephrology, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA Assistant Professor Medicine, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT (1995-98) Clinical Assistant Professor, Wright State University	Siva Ambalavanan Chief Medical Officer and Medical Director
Therese Slyby, RN, MS - Director of Clinical Operations Therese Slyby has 22 years of experience in the field of nephrology, dialysis and renal transplantation. She has been with DCD for the last twelve years. She has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Bowling Green State University and a Master of Science in Adult Health Nursing from The Ohio State University. She also has a Certificate of Authority to practice as an Advanced Practice Nurse and Clinical Nurse Specialist in the State of Ohio. Slyby is a member of the American Nephrology Nurses Association and has presented at their national conference and been published in their ANNA journal.	Therese Slyby Director of Clinical Operations
Billie Lucente, MBA, PHR - Director of Human Resources Billie Lucente has 12 years experience in human resources. She has a Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration from the University of Cincinnati and a Masters in Business Administration from Wright State University. She also has the designation of a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and has a HR Generalist Certificate. She has specialized skills as a workforce facilitator and targeted selection interview trainer.	Billie Lucente Director of Human Resources
Jean Reed, MS, RN, CNN - Manager, Quality & Regulatory Compliance Jean Reed has a Bachelors of Science in Nursing and a Masters of Science in Adult Health Nursing, both from Wright State University. She has 23 years of nephrology nursing experience, the last 13 focusing on the care of the hemodialysis patient. Jean was instrumental in developing and obtaining certification of the Technician Training Program for MVH and DCD in 2001. Jean has been certified in Nephrology Nursing (CNN) since 1998. Jean is a professional member of the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association, the American Association of Kidney Patients, Inc, and the National Association of Nephrology Technician/Technologists. Jean has been with DCD for the last 13 years.	Jean Reed Manager, Quality & Regulatory Compliance
Amy Reidy - Program Manager, Renal Education and Training Amy Reidy has 15 years of experience in the field of nephrology and dialysis. She has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Wright State University. She is also a Certified Nephrology Nurse. Amy has been with DCD for the last 12 years.	Amy Reidy Manager, Program Manager, Renal Education and Training
Jayme Hansen, CPA - Controller Jayme Hansen has 7 years of experience in Accounting and has been with Premier Health Partners for 3 years. She has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with Majors in Accounting and Marketing from the University of Dayton. Hansen received her CPA license in 2003.	Jayme Hansen Controller
Dana Love - Facility Operations Manager Dana Love has been in the field of dialysis for 14 years and with DCD for 7 years. He received his Bachelors in Public Administration from Cedarville University and his Associates in Emergency Medical Technology from Clark State Community College.	Dana Love Facility Operations Manager