University Hospital

Name :

University Hospital

Address  :

East Loop Road

Town  :

Stony Brook

State  :

New York

Country  :

USA

Post Code:

11794

Phone  :

631 444 4000

Web URL  :


Description

Mission and Vision
Mission
Stony Brook University Medical Center improves the lives of our patients families and communities educates skilled healthcare professionals and conducts research that expands clinical knowledge

Vision
Stony Brook University Medical Center will be

A worldclass healthcare institution recognized for excellence in patient
care research and healthcare education

The first choice of patients for their care and the care of their families

An academic medical center that attracts educators and students with the
desire and ability to provide and receive the highest quality innovative
education

One of the top ranked institutions for scientific research and training

Values
Integrity Compassion Accountability Respect Excellence
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