WHO's definition of health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. An example of an organization that aligns with WHO is East Texas Medical Center Regional Healthcare System Tyler. "The ETMC Regional Healthcare system is a seamless system of primary, secondary and tertiary healthcare facilities and services throughout East Texas. A system with one mission and that is bringing to the people of their region the care they deserve care that is first in East Texas, second to none. ETMC developed two new goals: To create formal relationships with East Texas communities and to diversify the range of services ETMC could make available to those communities. Their mission is to continuously strive to bring an unmatched spirit of excellence to the art and science of healthcare. They measure their success by how their efforts improve the
quality of life in East Texas. Their values say it all when it comes to policy and how they align. ETMC values are
The total patient focus they are devoted to the art of caring, for without compassion there is no power to heal. They are there for their patients, first and foremost.
Integrity they strive to meet the healthcare needs of their patients with personal attention, respect, encouragement and the highest ethical standard.
The leadership they are committed to the challenge of leadership, for it advances their quest on the leading edge of medical science. This leadership is reflected in their innovative programs and services, progressive facilities and visionary outlook of our