About
Dr. Nina Lucas is a board-certified family physician who has served the Elizabeth City, North Carolina community since opening Grace Direct Primary Care in June 2017. She grew up in a Marine Corps family, traveling widely and developing an early appreciation for diverse cultures and a drive to help people. That background shaped both her worldview and her approach to medicine.
S. in Chemistry from Guilford College in Greensboro, NC in 1990, then headed to New Orleans to attend Tulane University School of Medicine, graduating with her MD in 1994. At Tulane, she also earned a Master's Degree in Public Health and Tropical Medicine. S. Air Force scholarship funded her medical education, and she completed her Family Medicine residency at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida. She then practiced at Keesler Air Force Base in Mississippi before separating from the military in 2000. She relocated to Virginia in 2006 to be closer to family, then settled in Elizabeth City in 2009. Dr. Lucas is passionate about preventive health, chronic disease management, women's health, men's health, and nutrition. Outside the clinic, she raises four children, gardens, exercises, and leads Bible studies. She has participated in multiple medical and non-medical mission trips over the years.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Guilford College, Greensboro, NC, B.S. Chemistry (1990)
Medical School
Tulane University School of Medicine (MD, 1994)
Residency
Family Medicine, Eglin Air Force Base, Florida
Additional Training
Master's Degree in Public Health and Tropical Medicine, Tulane University; U.S. Air Force scholarship recipient
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Lucas right for?
Dr. Lucas works well with individuals and families across all age groups, from children needing well-child visits to adults managing chronic conditions. Patients dealing with hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, or thyroid disorders benefit from her focus on long-term disease management. She suits patients who want a physician they can reach directly after hours by phone or text. Adults seeking thorough preventive care, including annual physicals, personalized health plans, and cancer screenings, will find her approach a strong match. Patients with allergy concerns also benefit from her in-office skin allergy testing and sublingual immunotherapy services.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Lucas treats a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. These include hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, thyroid disorders, skin lesions, lacerations, joint conditions, abscesses, and allergies. She also provides cervical and prostate cancer screenings and manages acute illnesses.
Yes, Dr. Lucas holds board certification in Family Medicine. She earned her MD from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1994 and completed her residency training in Family Medicine at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.
Dr. Lucas prioritizes catching health problems early. Each adult member receives a yearly physical with an EKG and appropriate labs, preventive health counseling, and a personalized annual health plan. She stays current on evidence-based screening guidelines to guide patients on which services they actually need.
Yes, Dr. Lucas offers both skin allergy testing and sublingual immunotherapy, known as SLIT. These services are available to members for an additional fee beyond the standard membership.
Yes, Dr. Lucas actively coordinates care with specialists and hospitals on behalf of her members. She shares records with outside providers only with patient permission. Patients have reported direct phone access to Dr. Lucas throughout hospitalizations involving multiple facilities and specialists.
Dr. Lucas does not prescribe long-term narcotics or controlled substances. Patients requiring those medications should establish care with an appropriate specialist.
Dr. Lucas studied chemistry at Guilford College before earning her MD and a Master's Degree in Public Health and Tropical Medicine from Tulane University. She completed her Family Medicine residency at Eglin Air Force Base and later practiced at Keesler Air Force Base. She settled in Elizabeth City in 2009 and opened Grace Direct Primary Care in 2017.
Yes, Dr. Lucas offers a free meet-and-greet appointment for prospective patients. This visit gives you a chance to ask questions and decide whether the practice is a good fit before joining as a member.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026