The Buckeye Spirit
Honoring the tradition of this great university; Bringing passion, commitment and joy to the people we serve through the work we do; and Leading the charge toward a better future by embracing the power of connection.


We embody the Buckeye Spirit in everything we do through our shared values:

Collaboration
We believe in...
- Working together with common purpose.
- Embracing the power of connection through multidisciplinary teamwork.
- Valuing people of all backgrounds and differing viewpoints with respect and fairness.

Empathy
We believe in…
- Caring deeply and acknowledging the feelings and experiences of self and others.
- Prioritizing the needs of others.
- Valuing and serving each other and our community.

Ownership
We believe in…
- Taking care of our medical center, even when no one is watching.
- Protecting and enhancing our reputation and legacy at all times.
- Being good stewards of our resources.

Determination
We believe in…
- Reaching our highest potential despite obstacles.
- Attracting and retaining high-performing people who want to change the world.
- Fearless pursuit of one’s potential to make a meaningful contribution through our work.

Sincerity
We believe in…
- Adhering to high ethical standards.
- Speaking and acting truthfully.
- Being responsible to always uphold the integrity of the organization.

Innovation
We believe in…
- Creating original ideas/new concepts and putting them into practice.
- Being curious about new perspectives and ideas.
- Continual growth and change.