Leaders and Best in #Medicine and #Research. Sharing stories of impact in education, service and collaboration. Connected to @UMichMedScience + @umichmedicine.Michigan Medicine is the University of Michigan’s academic medical center. Through our stories, learn about our mission and vision to advance health and change lives.

Core values

- **Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA):** These assessments identify and prioritize community health needs, focusing on issues like mental health, access to services, and housing, which are crucial for community well-being[1][4].
- **Addressing Health Disparities:** The initiatives, such as UNITE, work to eliminate existing health disparities, particularly affecting communities of color and people living in poverty[1][4].
- **Social Determinants of Health:** Michigan Medicine supports partner organizations to address social determinants like housing, food access, social isolation, education, and transportation, which significantly impact health outcomes[1].
- **Quality and Safety Programs:** Michigan Medicine leads and participates in numerous quality and safety programs, improving healthcare quality and patient safety across various specialties[2][3].
- **Community Engagement and Resources:** The organization engages community residents and stakeholders, providing resources and support to improve community health and well-being[4].