Mission Statement & Core Values

Mission Statement
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences is a community of professionals committed to excellence in the education of highly qualified students in osteopathic medicine, the biosciences, bioethics and the health professions. Through life-long learning, research and service, KCUMB challenges faculty, staff, students and alumni to improve the well-being of the diverse community it serves.

Vision:
KCUMB will be recognized as a national leader in education, research, clinical practice and service.

Core Values

Integrity
Demonstrating respect, honesty and professionalism

Compassion
Caring for students, patients, colleagues and all humanity

Excellence
Achieving quality in all that we do

Collaboration
Working with others to achieve mutual goals

Intellectual Curiosity
Pursuing personal and professional growth

Innovation
Embracing new practices to improve outcomes

Heritage
Honoring the legacy of our past

College of Osteopathic Medicine - Mission
The College of Osteopathic Medicine prepares students to become highly competent, caring and compassionate osteopathic physicians who demonstrate the highest level of professionalism, ethics and sensitivity to the diverse personal and cultural contexts in which care is delivered. We are committed to the service of humanity and the advancement of knowledge through a collaborative environment that provides distinctive osteopathic clinical training and fosters excellence in education, research and scholarly activity, and life long learning.

College of Osteopathic Medicine - Vision
The College of Osteopathic Medicine is recognized as a leader in osteopathic medical education and health care by exceeding standards of academic and clinical achievement.