• Mission, vision and values
• Patient safety and quality
• Community focus
• Individualized care
• Joint Commission Accreditation

Mission
Fairview's mission is to improve the health of the communities we serve. We commit our skills and resources to the benefit of the whole person by providing the finest in health care, while addressing the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of individuals and their families. We further pledge to support the research and education efforts of our partner, the University of Minnesota, and its tradition of excellence.

Vision
Our passion for excellence for our patients drives us, in partnership with the University of Minnesota, to be the best health care delivery system in America.

Values
Dignity: We value the uniqueness of each person and work to ensure their right to privacy. We respect the cultures, values, beliefs and traditions of those we encounter through our work. We honor everyone's talents, contributions, and accomplishments. We encourage development of each individual's full potential.

Integrity: We say what we mean and do what we say. We communicate openly and honestly and behave ethically. We demand the best of ourselves. We each represent Fairview and accept shared accountability for our actions

Service: We work to make a difference in people's lives and in our communities. We strive for excellence by anticipating, meeting, and exceeding expectations. Teamwork, cooperation, and partnership are essential to our success. We continually improve our services, skills and programs through learning and innovation. We responsibly manage all of our resources.

Compassion: We recognize and respond to the emotional, spiritual, and physical needs of all the people we serve. We create a caring environment conducive to healing, growth and well-being for all, including those with whom we work. We strive to protect and promote health.