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15 YEARS OF MEDICAL EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

Washington University of Health and Science (Belize) is the first among the growing number of international medical schools to adopt a competency-based curriculum that provides students with excellent clinical training balanced by developing strong interpersonal and professional skills.


MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of WUHS University is to educate a diverse body of students and advance medical knowledge in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We seek to foster the development of dedicated clinicians, scientists, public health professionals, and educators who will have a sustained positive impact on the health of individuals, communities, and the world.

VISION STATEMENT

BECOME THE PREMIER MEDICAL UNIVERSITY REVOLUTIONIZING HEALTH EDUCATION AND INSPIRING DISCOVERY NOW AND FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS.

CORE VALUES

  • Integrity - Demonstrating respect, honesty and professionalism.
  • Compassion - We are caring for students, patients, colleagues, and all humanity.
  • Excellence - We are achieving quality in all that we do.
  • Collaboration - We are working with others to achieve mutual goals.
  • Intellectual Curiosity - We are pursuing personal and professional growth.
  • Innovation - We are embracing new practices to improve outcomes.
  • Heritage - We are honoring the legacy of our past.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Washington University of Health and Science (Belize) believes in reaching beyond the boundaries of our campus to serve the needs of the people of Belize.
WUHS (Belize), faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to contribute through institutional partnerships, programs, and service-learning opportunities that significantly impact community organizations.

WUHS (BELIZE) IS COMMITTED TO THE FOLLOWING COMMUNITY PRIORITIES:

  • Addressing local community needs by supporting primary institutions and services within Belize, especially for underserved populations.
  • Supporting Belize and the University’s immediate neighborhood.
  • Promoting the health and wellness of the San Pedro, Ambergris Caye community.
  • Sponsorship of Charitable Causes
  • For organizations seeking University sponsorship (financial) of an event or program supporting the charitable cause(s).

PROBLEM SOLVING


WUHS (BELIZE) HAS DEVELOPED A ROBUST SET OF PROBLEM-SOLVING VALUES FOR STUDENTS TO EMBRACE:
  • Professionalism
  • Innovative conduct and advancement to reflect excellence in education, research, and patient care.
  • Guiding Principles
  • Integrity embraces the very highest standards of ethical behavior and exemplary moral character.
  • Respect for individuals who are affiliated with, or come in contact with, WUHS (Belize) students, residents, fellows, faculty, staff, employees, partners, communities, patients and families.
  • Integrity that embraces the very highest standards of ethical behavior and exemplary moral character.
  • Diversity that is reflected in actions that appreciate all individuals.
  • Cooperation that is manifested by collegial communication and collaboration.