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I want to be able to look back someday and say, “I did make a difference.” Whether it was to open the minds of people to think that a woman can do a good job, or whether it’s the fact that so many kids out there think that they could be like me.” Dr. Antonia […]

At Barnes-Jewish Hospital, patient feedback is a priority. The Patient Experience Team reaches out to patients post-discharge to gather comments on their hospital stay. In December of 2024, three hospitalists received outstanding recognition from their patients. Monique Bruinsma, MD and Thomas Hoyt, MD were mentioned by their patient, along with Dr. MaeMae Huang from Internal […]

As the Division of Hospital Medicine continues to expand, Division Chief Mark Williams, MD, has placed emphasis on the importance of continued education and training for its physicians to increase overall impact and effectiveness. Since Dr. Williams started with the division in October 2021, he has helped transform the division into one of the premier […]

The POCUS (Point of Care Ultrasound) Journal is a free, open-access, peer-reviewed publication featuring original research, case reports, and protocols on point-of-care ultrasound. Published by CINQUILL Medical Publishers Inc., the journal releases issues online twice a year in April and November. They receive submissions from clinicians, researchers, and educators in the field of POCUS. Editor-in-Chief […]

The Department of Medicine hosts Grand Rounds every Thursday during the academic year from 8 am – 9 am CST. Grand Rounds features School of Medicine faculty and regional, national, and international leaders in their fields who present on a variety of current topics in medicine. On Friday, February 20, 2025, Dennis Chang, MD, will […]

Every year, the Division of Hospital Medicine unites for our eagerly awaited holiday party. In 2025, the Social and Wellness Committee decided on Puttshack STL for our venue. Our hospitalists, APCs, and staff enjoyed an evening filled with fun and friendly competition, featuring mini-golf, delectable food, and an entertaining photobooth.

By Julia Sandvoss • January 24, 2025 In February, a month traditionally associated with love, people across the United States and around the world turn their attention to something equally vital: heart health. February is recognized as Heart Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing awareness about cardiovascular diseases (CVD), which remain the leading cause of death […]

By Jennifer Mosher, MA • January 27, 2025 During Black History month, we hope you have time to reflect on the many historical sacrifices and important contributions of Black Americans to our American way of life. We do this in the spirit of sharing: Please see below for Black History Month events/activities being held at WashU and in […]

Ethnic Equality Month, starting on February 1st, is a lively celebration that showcases our diverse world. It highlights the beauty of various cultures and backgrounds, encouraging us to recognize our similarities while cherishing the unique qualities that define each culture. History of Ethnic Equality Month Ethnic Equality Month was established in response to movements that […]

In 2023, several like-minded hospitalists noticed a gap in patient care, provider knowledge, and research within the division and hospital regarding the treatment of patients with addiction. These physicians—Benjamin Hoemann, MD; Thomas Hoyt, MD; Alex Lane, MD; Randy Laine, MD; Alyssa Moller, MD; and Corey Shy, MD—decided to come together to discuss these issues and […]