IDEAS at DOM aims to acknowledge, educate about, and celebrate everyone, and to create an environment where everyone can reach their full potential. The pursuit of health integrity for all is supported by nurturing and maintaining this commitment.

Angela Brown, MD,
Department of Medicine, Vice Chair for Community Health

Welcome to IDEAS at DOM

IDEAS at DOM aims to advance the School of Medicine’s mission to foster a supportive environment for all throughout the department. IDEAS is responsible for implementing structural, procedural, and programmatic changes to welcome, support, and promote individuals from all backgrounds.

We believe that our varied perspectives, experiences, physical attributes, and personal backgrounds make us better problem solvers, more inspiring educators, more innovative researchers, and more compassionate physicians.

Our mission

We want to lead by creating a Department of Medicine where everyone is valued; where we attract others to join our efforts; where we are supported to thrive in making our unique contributions; and where our varied perspectives and experiences are seen as a strength and an essential part of our excellence in patient care, education, and research.

OUTmed

OUTmed is an organization that advocates for the St. Louis community, regardless of identity. Membership is comprised of faculty, trainees, residents, students, and staff. Members from across the School of Medicine and Barnes-Jewish Hospital are welcome to participate. 

Future Workforce in Medicine (FWIM)

The Future Workforce in Medicine (FWIM) was created in 2014 to support the professional and personal development of trainees in the Department of Medicine. FWIM will host workshops, lectures, and networking events throughout the academic year to provide career development guidance, facilitate mentoring opportunities and foster a sense of camaraderie.