Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine (NSU MD) 2023–2024 9 All policies and procedures described in this NSU MD Student Handbook, the HPD Policies and Procedures section, and the NSU Student Handbook are subject to revision at any time and without notice. Such revisions are applicable to all students. The most recent version of the handbook, as well as any updates to policies in the handbook, will appear on the NSU MD web page at md.nova.edu /student/student-policies.html. Revisions or additions to policies will be posted at md.nova.edu/student /student-policies.html and may also be directly communicated to students via email or other means of communication. Questions regarding the policies in this handbook should be directed to the NSU MD Office of Admissions and Student Affairs at (954) 262-1737. Mission, Vision, and Values of NSU MD Mission Our mission is as simple as it is enormous: to advance human health through innovation in medical education, research, patient care, and community engagement. We are dedicated to educating and inspiring individuals to be exemplary physicians and scientists, leaders in medicine, scholars in discovery, and adopters of innovative technology to improve the health and well-being of all. Vision and Values Our vision is to become an exemplary medical college, internationally recognized for excellence by fostering an innovative culture that supports diversity, collaboration, critical thinking, and creative leadership. Our vision will lead us to build a transformative, cutting-edge medical school, internationally recognized for excellence, with a compelling and sustainable future. Our values define how we work together to accomplish our vision: We strive for excellence in all our endeavors and constantly seek innovative ways to improve our research, education, and patient care efforts to best serve our diverse communities. Teamwork, communication, and partnerships will catalyze our evolution from the concept stage to an academic program of distinction. Diversity and inclusiveness are fundamental core values, supported throughout the institution, that enrich our learning, research, and clinical practice environments. We strive to create a culture of integrity and accountability that aligns our goals and expectations and links recognition and rewards with excellent academic performance. We define our core values below: Excellence: Promoting and retaining our exceptionally high standards Innovation: Creating an environment that encourages innovative thinking and positive change Teamwork: Creating a culture in which everyone acts together as a team in the interests of our common cause Communication: Exchanging information seamlessly and continuously among constituents to achieve our missions and common goals
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