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Foundations for Success

Our Foundations for Success define our purpose, what we aspire to be, and the core principles that guide the work that we do.  Our values are more than just words — they embody our culture, define our behavior, and provide a compass for the decisions that we make. 

Mission

To develop compassionate physicians who are dedicated to improving the health of their communities, collaboration, and lifelong learning. 

Vision

To be a leader in medical education strengthened by an innovative curriculum, commitment to diversity and inclusion, dedication to community engagement, and advancing research.

Values
Collaboration:

We are dedicated to collaboration and mutual respect that fosters the unique talents of our students, staff, and faculty.

Compassion:

We are a school that cares about our communities by having a safe and secure environment that treats everyone with respect, sensitivity, dignity, and decency in all our endeavors.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

We are committed to cultivating and nurturing an inclusive environment that values and respects a diverse and equitable community of students, staff, and faculty.

Excellence:

We strive for excellence through an empathetic, humanistic, and altruistic approach to medical education and patient care.  

Professionalism:

We value integrity and ethical conduct when engaging with our students, patients, faculty, staff and the community we serve. 

Feedback

To provide feedback, please contact Erin Shirey, MPA, Director of Planning, Strategy, and Partnerships, at [email protected].

OUWB 2022-25 Strategic Plan

Finalized in February, 2022, the 2022-25 strategic plan is a comprehensive, targeted, and forward-thinking document aimed at driving OUWB to heightened success through 2025 and beyond.

We take great pride in the work outlined in this plan and the school’s commitment to the implementation of our strategic initiatives.