Veterinary Medicine
Mission, Vision and Values
The School of Veterinary Medicine of the Universidad Ana G. Méndez has the purpose of contributing to excellence in the practice of veterinary medicine in Puerto Rico and the rest of the world, through the training of a professional veterinarian with the tools necessary to evaluate, diagnose and treat animals. Our goal is to continue laying the foundations of the importance of animal care, disease prevention, research, and community education. We will promote the practice of veterinary medicine under strict quality standards and advocate the importance of the global One Health concept.
Advancing animal and human health on the island through exceptional patient care is at the center of our mission. Delivering excellent care will attract the referral base that will help us to effectively teach students the art and science and medicine in the veterinary field. Patient care and service to veterinarians is the backbone which will allow us the environment and resources to provide an exceptional teaching program. The completion of the Small and Large Animal Teaching Hospitals construction projects, and the investment in new hospital equipment and materials, will add to our ability to deliver exceptional primary patient care as well as referral services for practicing veterinarians on the island.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The UAGM promotes through various activities and programs for students the importance of a diverse student body. Examples to promote diversity and inclusion include community activities at public and private schools (middle and high school students), students that participate in pre-veterinary associations, summer camps, and program’s admission requirements.
Admitted students at SVM will be provided with opportunities to develop abilities to interact with individuals of diverse background, cultural diversity, promote a professional, ethical, humanistic, and supportive environment (activities that promote interaction with diverse communities), enforce anti- discriminatory rules.