IMPROVE PATIENT CARE and SAFETY by providing an outcome-based, integrative learning vehicle where critical patient care skills are introduced and improved in a safe environment with trainees' educational needs in focus

PROVIDE manikin and simulation-based training, clinical anatomy and small-group sessions by creating dynamic and efficient INTEGRATED TRAINING PACKAGES

HELP identify and implement innovative and emerging EDUCATIONAL INITIATIVES in UMMC's medical, dental and house officer curricula

OFFER interactive and hands-on critical skills workshops and continuing medical education (CME) forums for UMMC faculty and STATE PHYSICIANS