London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), one of Canada’s largest acute-care teaching hospitals, is dedicated to excellence in patient care, teaching and research. Since 1875, they have provided patient care for the people of London, the region, and beyond. Many national and international medical breakthroughs have been pioneered at LHSC, to the benefit of patients at home and around the world. Through their affiliation with Western University and more than 30 other educational institutions, they train more than 1,800 medical and health care professionals annually.
Mission:
LHSC is a leading academic health organization committed to collaborating with patients, families and system partners to:
• Deliver excellent care experiences and outcomes;
• Educate the health-care providers of tomorrow; and
• Advance new discoveries and innovations that optimize the health and wellbeing of those they serve
Vision:
Working together to shape the future of health
Values:
Patients are at the centre of everything they do and they are guided by four values:
• Compassion: Engaging others with kindness, sensitivity, and respect
• Teamwork: Working together to serve others
• Curiosity: Demonstrating a desire to gain knowledge through questioning and exploration
• Accountability: Adhering to the highest standards of personal, professional and corporate responsibility