The Institute of Medicine of Chicago, founded in 1915,  is an independent  501c3  non-profit organization of distinguished leaders in the health field who collaborate to improve the health of the public. Drawing upon the expertise of a diverse membership and other regional leaders, the IOMC addresses critical health issues through a range of interdisciplinary approaches including education, research, communication of trusted information, and community engagement. With public health at its core, IOMC is building new programs and services to better meet the needs of its members, Chicago, counties, and the State of Illinois community.