Mission ＆ Vision

Mission

To bring together medical school professors across Korea to continually advance excellence in medical education and residency training and protect professors’ rights and interests.

Vision

To build a medical education and training system that prepares for the future and a clinical environment where professors are respected.

Five Core Values

Communication and Trust

We listen to one another and build trust among medical school faculty and with the public through transparent communication.

Solidarity and Responsibility

We stand together across institutions and regions and fulfill our social responsibilities as medical professionals.

Professionalism and the Public Interest

We provide patient care grounded in scientific evidence and professional judgment, contributing to better health for the population.

Principles and Autonomy

We uphold ethical principles and fairness while protecting academic freedom and professional autonomy in education, research, and clinical practice.

Participation and Collaboration

We actively participate in policy discussions and initiatives that address societal challenges and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Five Areas of Action

Population Health

We contribute to improving health and protecting lives through education, research, clinical care, and policy engagement.

Quality of Medical Education and Training

We draw on our collective expertise and experience to continually improve the quality of medical education and training.

Patient Safety

We foster a patient safety culture that prioritizes reporting, analysis, and improvement rather than punishment.

A Sustainable Healthcare System

We contribute to policy development and healthcare system improvements so that future generations can continue to benefit from the high-quality healthcare currently provided in Korea.

Protection of Professors’ Rights and Interests

We protect professors’ rights and interests and improve conditions for education, research, and clinical practice, contributing to better health in Korea and around the world.