Department of Psychiatry Vision, Mission & Values

Our Vision

Advancing mental health solutions for our community

Our Mission

Promote the highest quality care for individuals with mental disorders and their families Support mental health promotion and prevention Promote a learning environment through psychiatric education and research Represent the profession of psychiatry Collaborate and develop networks Develop innovative service delivery models Integrate mental health care with health care Work to reduce the stigma of mental illness

Our Values

Best standards of clinical practice Highest ethical standards of professional conduct Prevention, access, care and sensitivity for patients and their families Patient-focused treatment decisions Evidence-based principles of treatment Advocacy for patients Leadership Lifelong learning Collegial support Respect for other health professionals Respect for multi-disciplinary team approach