Mission, Values, & Goals

Through the input, ideas, and feedback of our team members, we created these vision and mission statements as a guide to UVA Health's future in our four mission areas:

  • Clinical Care
  • Education
  • Research
  • Community

Our Mission

Transforming health and inspiring hope for all Virginians and beyond

Our Vision

To be the nation’s leading public academic health system and a best place to work — while transforming patient care, research, education, and engagement with the diverse communities we serve

Our Values 

At UVA Health, we put the patient at the center of everything we do. We aspire to create a culture of excellence, engagement, and trust through our values.

Our Guiding Principles

Our patients are the center of all we do.

  • Care for, empower, and support our fellow team members in everything we do
  • Strive for excellence across all missions
  • Make transparent and data-driven decisions in the long-term best interests of the organization
  • Provide the highest quality, unparalleled safety, and an exceptional care experience
  • Be a learning organization committed to innovation and continual development of ourselves and others
  • Be responsible managers of our financial, environmental, and other resources
  • Have clear objectives, measure results, and celebrate successes
  • Deepen community engagement and foster healthy communities