Philosophy of the Department of Family Medicine

The Department of Family Medicine prepares residents and students to provide excellent comprehensive family health care with an emphasis on underserved and minority communities.

We believe in access to quality health care that stresses prevention and attention to the dignity, mental health, and spiritual health for all individuals and their families.

Our goal is to provide outstanding leadership in the provision of patient care, teaching, and research to improve the health status of family and their communities.

Our vision is to receive national recognition for excellence in education and improved health status for underserved populations.