"Our Mission is to provide community-focused medical education and evidence-based,
patient centered care; to improve health in rural southern Appalachia, especially
among the underserved population; to model compassionate and efficient care using
effective communication skills; and to advance scholarly investigation. We lead through
excellence, collaboration and innovation."
Reid Blackwelder, M.D., FAAFP
Professor & Chair
Vice Chair of Medical Student Education
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