The Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation will combine excellence in teaching, research, and academic service, to inspire and train new experts and to maintain a leadership position in contributing new knowledge in this field. In achieving this, the Department will:

1. participate in the educational mission of the University of Vermont by contributing orthopaedic and rehabilitation medicine expertise to undergraduate, graduate and medical students, postdoctoral and continuing medical education programs;
2. provide an optimal environment and coordinate available resources for conducting research into prevention and treatment;
3. provide academic service at local, national, and international levels by participating in University, professional, community, and governmental activities;
4. support the mission of the Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Healthcare Service of Fletcher Allen Health Care by identifying and developing opportunities for collaborations between it and the Department;
5. provide opportunities and encouragement for faculty, staff, residents, and students to advance their careers in this field;
6. provide an environment supportive of teamwork, clear and open communication, and collaboration with other individuals and organizations; and,
7. seek out and effectively manage resources to maintain a financially sound Department, in support of the Department mission.