Mission Kids Health First is a collaborative, professional physician alliance of more than 200 pediatricians in the Atlanta metropolitan area which believes in and promotes the importance of the pediatric medical home. Long term research has confirmed that the continuity of care which exists in the relationship between pediatrician and patient is one of the main hallmarks of the primary care delivery model. Because we strongly believe in this model, we continuously strive to provide the highest quality of care and to improve children’s health, wellness and safety in a responsible and cost-effective manner. Vision Our goal is to provide a systematic process by which to distribute evidence-based information to all physician members to ensure that the most advanced care is being provided to infants, children and teens. In addition, measures to improve the long-term health and wellness of children are at the forefront of our quality initiatives. Kids Health First is committed to our pediatricians in the independent physician practice environment. We strive to be their advocates for professional, clinical and financial initiatives in all matters related to pediatric healthcare. Values As patient advocates, we also recognize and support our physicians in the following areas: •Research and innovation in pediatric care delivery •Development and implementation of quality initiatives •Proactive and positive patient engagement •Continuous professional development •Financial sustainability and cost-effective care These attributes are part of our physicians’ daily delivery of care, which embraces and supports the pediatric medical home and the importance of continuity of care for every child.