UK HealthCare is a healthcare system that is affiliated with the University of Kentucky, consisting of over 10,000 dedicated healthcare professionals. These professionals are committed to providing advanced subspecialty care for critically ill and injured patients from the Commonwealth and beyond. Among its prestigious facilities are the state’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for the smallest and sickest newborns, a Level 1 trauma center, and Kentucky’s top hospital as ranked by U.S. News & World Report.
UK HealthCare is not only a provider of exceptional care but also an academic research institution that is always at the forefront of pursuing innovative cures, treatments, protocols, and policies. Their groundbreaking discoveries have the potential to redefine what is medically achievable within our lifetimes.
With educators and thought leaders transforming the healthcare landscape, their six health professions colleges are actively shaping the next generation of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals. Through their commitment to spreading the highest standards of care, UK HealthCare is dedicated to creating a healthier Kentucky for both present and future generations.
In addition to its cutting-edge research and exceptional care, UK HealthCare also has a strong focus on education. Their six health professions colleges offer undergraduate and graduate programs in nursing, medicine, pharmacy, dentistry
