UIC College of Dentistry - University of Illinois at Chicago

UIC College of Dentistry - University of Illinois at Chicago
Vision Statement

By the year 2010, the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry will be recognized as a world leader in:
patient-centered, evidence-based clinical care founded on the preventive and public health sciences,
integrated educational programs based upon advanced technology, and
centers of research excellence that are interdisciplinary and focused on innovative research areas.
Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry is to promote optimum oral and general health to the people of the State of Illinois and worldwide through excellence in education, patient care, research, and service. The College identifies the following goals to meet this mission:
To prepare highly qualified healthcare professionals, educators, and scientists in the basic and oral health sciences;
To provide patient-centered care that is comprehensive and compassionate for a culturally diverse population;
To provide student-oriented education programs that prepare individuals for the thoughtful, ethical practice of dentistry and life-long learning;
To foster collaborative research and develop specialized centers for innovated research in areas of health and disease;
To address community and regional healthcare needs through outreach initiatives, educational programs, and consultative and referral services;
To maintain a leadership role in forming healthcare policy at the university, state, and national levels;
To be a worldwide resource for continued professional development;
To provide an environment for individual growth founded on mutual respect and professionalism; and
To value and seek diversity in students, staff, faculty, and patients.
University of Illinois at Chicago
801 South Paulina Street,
Chicago, IL 60612
Administrative Departments
Office of the Dean
Bruce Graham, DDS, Dean
bgraham@uic.edu
Office of Administration
Annette Paciga, Associate Dean for Administration
apaciga@uic.edu