Memorial Hospital & Med Ctr

Name :

Memorial Hospital & Med Ctr

Address  :

12500 Willowbrook Road

Town  :

Cumberland

State  :

Maryland

Country  :

USA

Post Code:

21502

Phone  :

240 964 7000

Web URL  :


Description

Mission Statement
Superior care for all we serve

Vision Statement
Demonstrated leader in the delivery of exceptional healthcare services throughout the tristate region

Core Values i2care
Integrity Demonstrate honesty and straightforwardness in all relationships

Innovation Pursue continuous improvement through creative new ideas
methods and practices

Compassion Show care and kindness to all we serve and with whom we work

Accountability Ensure effective stewardship of the communitys trust

Respect Demonstrate a high regard for the dignity and worth of each person

Excellence Strive for superior performance in all that we do
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