Mission, Vision, and Values

Mission
The mission of the University of Illinois Medical Center is to support essential teaching and research functions of the academic units of the University's Health Sciences Center... we must provide the best of care in accordance with the highest standards of hospital accreditation, having at all times the welfare of the patient as a primary concern.

Vision
We will be true to our commitment to the people of Illinois to provide compassionate, high quality health care and be an acclaimed leader in advancing the art and science of medicine.

Values
Integrity - We respect the dignity and worth of everyone by maintaining the highest degree of ethical and moral conduct.

Innovation - We welcome change because it provides the opportunity for students to learn, faculty to conduct research, and staff to improve our organization and the communities we serve.

Service Excellence - We are courteous and responsive to the needs of our patients and customers and strive to exceed their expectations.

Safety - We earn the public's trust by fostering an environment dedicated to the safety of our patients, staff, and guests.

Accountability - We are responsible for achieving organizational results by maximizing our human, financial, and material resources.