Thomas Jefferson University is a professional university with 8,300 students in more than 200 undergraduate and graduate programs.At Thomas Jefferson University, we are helping you to redefine what’s possible.

Core values

- **Addressing Health Disparities**: Programs like "Closing the Gap" focus on reducing cardiac health disparities, and the "Puentes de Salud" clinic provides culturally competent care to the Latinx immigrant population, addressing significant health disparities[1].
- **Community Health and Education**: Initiatives such as the "Community Health Worker Program," "Stop the Bleed Program," and various educational sessions and workshops contribute to improving health outcomes and promoting health equity[1].
- **Social and Structural Determinants of Health**: Jefferson addresses issues like food insecurity, housing, and education through programs like the "Norristown Project" and partnerships with local schools and organizations[1].
- **Workforce Development and Diversity**: Efforts to increase diversity in the healthcare workforce, particularly among underrepresented minorities, align with broader societal goals of equity and inclusion[4].
- **Global Impact**: Participation in the SMARTlab academic collective indicates a commitment to using technology and design to drive social change on a global scale[2].