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Clinical
Promote access to evidence-based behavioral health care and consultation across Duke Health to deliver integrated patient-centered care and improve the health and well-being of patients; develop and implement innovative care model and leverage interdisciplinary translational research.
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Education
Create educational and training models that emphasize innovation, integration and rigor to attract and retain future leaders in the field.
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Research
Produce innovative, ground-breaking science to elucidate and support psychiatric and behavioral health; share our science to enhance the well-being of individuals, families and our communities.
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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Culture
Empower excellence through respect, inclusion, integrity and sharing of ideas to create an environment that preserves and fosters growth, meaning and purpose in our work to serve the community.
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Professional Development
Enrich the careers and work lives of faculty, providers, trainees and staff through professional growth, leadership development, and wellness support.
Learn more about our strategic plan:
Our Mission, Vision & Values
As part of the strategic planning process, the department also collaboratively defined our mission, vision and values:
Mission
Advance behavioral health together through:
- Superior specialty and integrated patient care for all
- Ground-breaking research
- Exceptional training and education
Vision
- Deliver seamless, high-quality behavioral health care
- Translate scientific discoveries into innovative solutions
- Develop and support leaders to advance behavioral health
Values
Foster a positive culture and success in our mission through a commitment to:
- Mutual respect and support
- Equity, diversity, and inclusion
- Excellence
- Collaboration
- Well-being
- Community engagement