Mission and Objectives

Vision

To be an international leader in pathology education and research while providing the highest quality of diagnostic service

“Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower."
                                                                                   Steve Jobs

Mission

1. Model optimal pathology practice to provide timely and highest quality diagnostic consultation service to our patients
2. Innovative teaching to prepare future leaders in pathology and in medical science
3. Produce high impact research to expand our basic understanding of human health and disease

Values

1. PEOPLE: Team work, collegiality, trust, respect, and caring
2. PERFORMANCE: Integrity, self-discipline, dedication, and excellence
3. LEADERSHIP: Transparency, fairness, accountability, and innovation

Goals

1. Establish a robust Quality Assurance system for all hospital sites, leading to accreditation by the College of American Pathologists
2. The department will have five leading clinical subspecialty areas recognized at the national or international level
3. The department will have five leading research programs that will be recognized at national or international level
4. Maintain and enhance the department’s national and international status as one of the best places to provide pathology education