Institute of Medicine (National Academy of Sciences)

The Institute of Medicine (now called the National Academy of Medicine) is an independent organization that provides expert advice on health and medicine. It was established to improve health outcomes by offering research-based guidance to policymakers, healthcare professionals, and the public. Comprising leading researchers and clinicians, it reviews scientific evidence on pressing health issues and recommends effective strategies for care, disease prevention, and health systems. Its goal is to promote informed decisions that enhance the health and well-being of all people through rigorous, unbiased expertise.