Mission and Vision Statements

Our Mission

Washington University School of Medicine will lead in advancing human health through outstanding clinical care, innovative research and the education of tomorrow's leaders in biomedicine.

Our Vision

In leading the advancement of human health, Washington University School of Medicine will:

• Cultivate excellence, collegiality, and diversity
• Attract the most talented people and enable their development
• Lead the evolution of change in biomedicine
• Enhance our intellectual and technological environment to foster exceptionally creative science and education
• Develop and maintain excellent clinical programs to provide outstanding care
• Observe the highest standards of ethics and integrity
• Apply advances in science and medicine to the betterment of humanity