About Us
Our Mission and Values
Our mission is deeply rooted in community at the local, state, national and international levels. We work to advance community health through physician and health professions education, research, direct service and economic development. Learn how our strategic plan, mission and vision position us to advance community health in the decades to come.
Leaders Shaping the Next Generation
Together with our affiliate partners, administration, faculty and staff, we prepare the next generation to advance the field of medicine. Learn more about the people and institutions that have helped us become one of the premiere medical schools in the region.
Leadership
School of Medicine leadership is comprised of accomplished, forward-thinking professionals with deep expertise and a commitment to innovation, compassion and academic rigor. Learn more about our current and former leaders.
Teaching hospitals and affiliates
Learn more about the affiliate institutions and teaching hospitals where our students, residents and fellows receive a world-class medical education.
Faculty and staff
Our faculty and staff are the backbone of our institution. Learn more about our amazing educators and support staff, or nominate someone for Associate of the Quarter.
Cities and Campuses
The UMKC School of Medicine features two campus locations — one in the heart of Kansas City on Hospital Hill in UMKC Health Sciences District, and the other in St. Joseph, Mo., which hosts our rural medicine program. Learn more about these unique cities, their attractions and the quality of life they offer our students, faculty and staff.
Accreditation, Governance, Policies and Procedures
Accreditation
Learn more about school and program-specific accreditations.
Policies and procedures
Explore School of Medicine policies, processes and procedures.
Councils
Discover the School of Medicine councils.
Committees
Learn more about our committees and committee members.
Faculty, Learning Environment and Shared Resources
Our faculty and staff are committed to advancing the medical field through education, research and service to the community — and we're committed to ensuring they have everything they need to meet their goals and objectives. Find links to some of our most popular tools, resources and information.
News, Events and Visits
Discover our biggest headlines and upcoming events or schedule your school visit.