We strive for a green, clean and sustainable medical center through waste diversion and practicing the 3Rs – Reduce Reuse, Recycle. Sustainability is the ability to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. We implement conservation measures and use renewable sources of energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and improve the health of local water ecosystems. We believe diversity and inclusion are integral values that guide the way we envision our future. We create vibrant medically-based, finely manicured gardens and edible urban gardens while protecting natural habitats and conserving our environmental resources. We provide facilities that support alternative modes of transportation and promote healthy lifestyles and preserve our environment. We create opportunities for our workforce to make healthy choices the easy choices. The KU Medical Center’s mission is to create an environment for: Education. The KU Medical Center educates health care professionals to primarily serve the needs of Kansas as well as the region and the nation. Our core values drive our decisions, our actions and our care