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Our Mission

 

Teach, Heal, Discover, Serve

 

Mission Statement

The University of Missouri Veterinary Health Center improves animal health and welfare by:

  • Providing state-of-the art clinical services for patients, clients and veterinarians.
  • Providing high-quality instruction to professional students and post-graduate trainees.
  • Conducting research relevant to important animal and human health concerns.
  • Advancing education for veterinarians, veterinary technicians and the public.

Vision Statement

Our vision is to be recognized for exemplary patient care, teaching excellence and innovative research that advances the health and well-being of animals and people.

Values Statement

The University of Missouri Veterinary Health Center’s values:

  • Respect: We are committed to respect ourselves, our colleagues and the constituents and animals we serve. We demonstrate respect through our commitment to act ethically, to welcome diversity and to engage in open exchange of ideas and decisions.
  • Discovery: We recognize that discovery through investigative research is vital to our ability to positively impact animal and human health.
  • Excellence: We demand excellence of ourselves and each other. We must not be content with the status quo, but constantly strive to achieve our best in pursuit of our mission.
  • Responsibility: Each individual shares responsibility for creating a working environment that fosters our values. Being responsible requires us to be thoughtful stewards of resources — accountable to ourselves, each other and the public.

Contact

Small Animal Hospital
573-882-7821; After Hours: 573-882-4589
Regular hours: M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Emergencies: Daily, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

 

Equine Hospital
573-882-3513; After Hours: 573-882-4589
Regular hours: M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Emergencies: Open 24 hours a day

 

Food Animal Hospital
573-882-6857; After Hours: 573-882-4589
Regular hours: M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Emergencies: Open 24 hours a day

Our Location

900 E. Campus Drive, Columbia, MO Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital

Giving to the VHC

The MU Veterinary Health Center is a leader in animal disease diagnosis, patient care and education. Individuals and corporations from all over the world are making a difference every day by providing support for our facilities, programs, students and faculty.

Learn how you can help us continue provide the most cutting-edge, compassionate care.
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