Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Strategic Plan
The Office of Population Science and Policy, established by Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in October 2016, outlines its strategic goals to improve health outcomes in central and southern Illinois. Focusing on social determinants of health, its objectives include acquiring and analyzing health data, developing innovative community-based solutions, formulating sustainable health policies, and educating future physicians. The overarching aim is to foster a healthier region through multidisciplinary collaboration and community engagement.