About Us
Building on Our Past. Looking Forward to the Future.

We’re standing on the shoulders of our past discoveries to find new ways to understand, diagnose, treat, manage and prevent many human diseases, as well as to reduce inequity wherever we find it.

Mission and Vision
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Past, Present & Future
Ever Forward

From the University of Michigan’s founding in 1817 and our beginnings as the U-M medical school in 1848, to today's innovations in research and patient care, we've used our expanding knowledge to build an academic medical center that strives toward an ever-healthier future.

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History

We stand on the shoulders of the incredible innovations that came before. Discover how our rich history of firsts guides our future.

Explore our history
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Global Reach

Global REACH is a key partner to our faculty members, learners, and departments working to engage with international collaborators to advance health, research, and education.

About Global Reach
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Leadership

Learn more about our leaders' bold vision for a future fueled by diversity, innovation, scientific and medical excellence, and leading-edge education.

Meet our leaders
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Explore all the reasons why you belong here. Learn more about our commitment to creating a space where all members of the Michigan Medicine community are valued, needed, and known.

About DEI at Michigan Medicine
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Building for the Future

Currently under construction, the Pavilion at University of Michigan Health is a crucial investment in our mission to advance health to serve Michigan and the world.

Hospital of the future
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By the Numbers
While true growth can only be seen in the lives of our patients, learners and community members, numbers tell part of our story.
2.6 M
Patient Clinic Visits
1,086
Survival Flight Visits
100+
Residency & Fellowship Programs
2,495
Active Clinical Trials
We Lead with Our Values
Caring
I will treat everyone with dignity, kindness and respect, promoting the well-being of self and others.
Innovation
I will promote a culture of creativity, flexibility and curiosity that inspires new ideas and ways of thinking, behaving and improving the world.
Inclusion
I will foster an environment where every individual has a sense of belonging, a voice that is heard, and the opportunity to achieve and thrive.
Integrity
I will adhere to the highest ethical standards, demonstrating courage, truth and transparency in my words and actions.
Teamwork
We will work together with a shared purpose rooted in equity and fairness where diversity is celebrated, respected and valued.