Vision Statement

Through a combination of clinical and basic science investigation, the Memphis Lung Research Program will achieve a 50% reduction in mortality from acute respiratory distress syndrome and sepsis. The accomplishment of this goal will result in more than 100,000 lives saved each year in the USA. Moreover, the hospital cost per patient will decrease by 50%, which will save billions of dollars each year in national health care cost.

The Memphis Lung Research Program aspires to become a leading center for Critical Care Research which will bring international recognition to the supporting Foundations, the University of Tennessee, and to the city of Memphis. The Memphis Lung Research Program will provide an attractive environment for physicians and basic scientists who wish to conduct efficient and highly rewarding investigation. The Memphis Lung Research Program will be competitive for funding from national agencies, private industries, and foundations.

 

Mission Statement

The Memphis Lung Research Program consists of health care professionals, scientists, and supporting staff who are dedicated to advancing basic knowledge, developing new treatment modalities, and promoting education. Our purpose is to improve survival and quality of life in patients who are afflicted with acute life threatening conditions leading to acute respiratory distress syndrome, sepsis, and multiple organ dysfunction syndrome.

 

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Who We Are