If the answer to any of these questions is YES, we invite you to join with us, in a community of physicians, as we explore the core questions of a life in medicine and rekindle in one another the commitment to service.

The Institute for the Study of Health and Illness (ISHI), directed by Dr. Rachel Naomi Remen, has worked with physicians for more than a decade and has seen hundreds of physicians benefit from coming together in genuine community. We have found a simple form of group process that enables us to listen deeply to one another, rediscover the joy of our work and receive the kind of healing that only fellow physicians can bring to one another. This simple approach is no cost, low-effort, and high-return. And it's fun! If you have two hours a month, three or four physician friends, a living room or some other informal meeting place, then you can make this happen in your community.

Many physicians around the country have started Finding Meaning in Medicine (FMM) groups and many more groups are in formation. Several resident and medical student groups are starting as well. Starting an FMM group is very simple and requires very little time and planning. If you would like to start an FMM group in your community, this web site will provide you the resources you'll need. You'll also be able to network with other FMM group facilitators or join an on-line physician FMM group. Soon, you will also find a listing of groups around the country in case you'd rather join an existing group. Welcome to Finding Meaning in Medicine.