Our Mission
For over 178 years, New York Academy of Medicine has been a driving force for progress, helping transform the landscape of health through independent thinking, rigorous research, and dynamic collaboration. Our mission reaches beyond the boundaries of conventional institutions; we champion a future where every person — no matter their background or circumstance — has what they need to live a healthier, longer life.
True transformation happens when diverse perspectives unite with a shared vision. We bring together grassroots advocates, global leaders, clinicians, policymakers, researchers, and community voices in purposeful partnership. Our work is grounded in evidence and resonate with human experience. We consistently turn ideas into action, accelerating the adoption of innovations that advance health equity far beyond New York’s borders.
Each initiative is guided by our commitment to health fairness for all. Through people-centered research, strategic convenings, and open dialogue, we address the most urgent health challenges — from closing gaps in care access to navigating the impacts of climate change and shifting demographics. We strive to make complex issues clear and actionable, empowering policymakers, health systems, and organizations to create lasting, scalable change.
Drawing from our history at the heart of one of the world’s most vibrant cities, we harness New York’s limitless culture of innovation and resilience. Our renowned library bridges centuries of medical knowledge, and our community of diverse Fellows amplifies our collective impact to address future needs and health trends. United by a common purpose and strengthened by our independence, we are not only imagining a better future: we are turning vision into lasting progress for healthier communities, generation after generation.
