The Institute's mission is to improve the quality and availability of family practice services in response to the needs of medically underserved populations. In support of this mission, the Institute:

• Develops and operates health facilities on a family practice model integrating the work of a broad range of health professionals;
  
  
• Trains health professionals and other health care workers in the family practice model of care;
  
  
• Engages in health services research related to primary health care delivery and primary care education;
  
  
• Formulates health policy in support of its direct patient care and educational goals;
  
  
• Promotes the diversity of its workforce and provides an environment that encourages personal and professional development for all.

In our rapidly evolving health care system, the Institute’s leadership will help to insure that future generations of needy New Yorkers have an opportunity to live longer, healthier lives.