Mission, Vision, and Values
Mission
The MISSION of the College of Medicine is to provide for the education of students and professionals of the health and biomedical sciences through the creation of a scholarly environment that fosters excellence in the lifelong goals of education, research activity and compassionate patient care.
Vision
The USF/COM will be recognized as:
A national leader in educating health professionals by creating a caring, student centered, empowered learning environment;
A medical school community where students embrace life-long learning and self-fulfillment prepared for satisfying and challenging careers;
A community of researchers dedicated to advancing knowledge through biomedical research valuing interdisciplinary and specialty specific efforts;
An environment where faculty, staff and students are passionate about their work and education;
The keystone of a network of institutions, programs and individuals that creates innovative and collaborative community health care systems.
Values
The faculty and staff at the University of South Florida College of Medicine commit these values as guides for our decisions and behaviors:
High Standards
In upholding the highest standards, we will:
demonstrate ethical leadership by example
conduct ourselves with integrity, avoiding conflicts of interest
hold our work to the highest academic standards
Respect for Individuals
In valuing respect for individuals, we pledge to:
treat others with respect and dignity, honoring individual differences
promote open communication and listen proactively
create collegial environment based on loyalty to our co-workers
Advancing Knowledge
In expressing our passion for learning, we encourage:
exploration of new ideas in our teaching and research
risk-taking and acceptance of the inevitable mistakes
diverse learning opportunities where creativity thrives
interdisciplinary teamwork
Personal Development and Leadership
Recognizing that exceptional quality begins with people, we create:
a culture of personal development and professional fulfillment
a workplace where expectations are matched by our reward system
an atmosphere where people value the balance between work and family
a mentorrich culture where faculty, staff and students can enhance their leadership skills
Commitment to Health
Supporting our fundamental belief in the doctor/patient relationship, we are committed to:
The highest quality medical care to our patients
Training the next generation of physicians and health care professionals to be capable and compassionate
Promoting good health and well-being in response to the needs of our community
Our community partners who help us achieve excellence in all that we do.