# Welcome from the Dean Dear Students, We are thrilled to have you as part of our vibrant and diverse community of future physicians at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. As you embark on this exciting journey, I want you to be aware of an essential resource that will guide you throughout your time here: the Medical Student Handbook. The Medical Student Handbook is designed with all the information you need to navigate your academic and clinical experiences successfully. It includes important policies, procedures, and guidelines that ensure our community operates smoothly and upholds the highest standards of excellence. Understanding and adhering to the contents of the Student Handbook is crucial for several reasons. First, it helps maintain a safe and respectful learning environment for everyone. Second, it ensures that you are aware of the resources and support services available to you, helping you make the most of your time at Icahn Mount Sinai . Finally, it outlines your rights and responsibilities, fostering a community of integrity, professionalism, and mutual respect. We encourage you to read the Student Handbook thoroughly and refer to it often. It is designed to be a valuable tool that supports your success and well-being. Should you have any questions or need further clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out to our dedicated faculty and staff at . Once again, welcome to Icahn Mount Sinai!. I am confident that you will thrive in our dynamic and supportive environment, and look forward to seeing all that you will achieve. Warm regards, David C. Thomas, MD, MHPE\ Dean for Medical Education\ Chair, Leni and Peter May Department of Medical Education\ Professor of Medicine, Medical Education and Rehabilitation and Human Performance\ Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai *** --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://ismms-md-program.gitbook.io/medical-student-handbook/department-of-medical-education/welcome-from-the-dean.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.