The John P. and Kathrine G. McGovern Medical School's mission is to provide the highest quality of education/training of future physicians for Texas.McGovern Medical School is the sixth largest medical school in the United States. Located in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, the school was established by the Texas Legislature in 1969 to address the shortages of physicians and the then-untapped re

Core values

- **Addressing Health Disparities**: The program is committed to addressing health disparities within local and global communities, which is a critical societal need[4].
- **Improving Health Outcomes**: It aims to promote well-being and improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations, which directly improves quality of life[4].
- **Social Justice and Health Equity**: The efforts are grounded in principles of social justice and health equity, promoting positive change and equitable partnerships[4].
- **Community Engagement**: The program engages with communities to improve health, which contributes positively to community well-being[4].