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VISION:

• To be a leader in advancing public health and preventive medicine through education, research, and community engagement, ultimately improving the health and well-being of the population through equitable healthcare access for all.

MISSION:

• Educational Excellence: To educate and train medical students and healthcare professionals in public health, epidemiology, and preventive medicine, equipping them with the skills needed to improve community health.
• Research & Innovation: To conduct and promote high-quality evidence-based research in community health issues, focusing on disease prevention, health promotion, and addressing social determinants of health & inform evidence-based practices.
• Community Engagement: To actively engage with local communities, identify health needs, and implement sustainable interventions that enhance public health outcomes.
• Healthcare Policy Advocacy: To advocate for and contribute to healthcare policies that promote public health equity, access, and quality & reduce public health disparities at local, national & global levels
• Professional Development: To continuously improve the knowledge and skills of faculty and students through professional development programs, staying updated with the latest advancements in community and preventive medicine.

This vision and mission align with the overall goal of public health promotion and health equity, central to community medicine.