About Us
Thalamus.Org is dedicated to building a healthcare system that empowers and supports physicians at every stage. We fund students, build programs, and forge partnerships to create the physician workforce our communities need. We are connectors—uniting medical trainees, physicians, health systems, and patients to build stronger, more accessible healthcare ecosystems.
Our Mission
Thalamus.Org is committed to improving health outcomes by strengthening the U.S. physician workforce. By investing in the next generation of physicians, from their first steps toward medicine through their training and into practice, we help ensure that every community benefits from accessible, compassionate and skilled care.
Our Vision
We envision a future where every individual, regardless of geography or background, has access to high-quality care—delivered by a robust and well-supported physician workforce. By strengthening the cycle of care, we help build a healthcare system that sustains both the healer and the healed—a system that thrives at the intersection of innovation, humanism, and community connection.
Our Values
Community & Connection
Community & Connection
Building bridges between patients, providers, and future doctors.
Integrity & Ethics
Integrity & Ethics
Leading with trust, fairness, and transparency in all we do.
Research & Impact
Research & Impact
Backing our programs with data—and using that data to drive change.
Education & Access
Education & Access
Removing systemic barriers to medical education and career advancement.
Innovation & Sustainability
Innovation & Sustainability
Designing programs that adapt to today’s needs while building for tomorrow.
Humanism & Well-Being
Humanism & Well-Being
Supporting the full humanity of physicians, students, and patients alike.
What We Believe
Humanities Statement
At Thalamus.Org, we believe that healthcare is not only a science but also a profoundly human endeavor. Our work is rooted in the values of empathy, compassion, and cultural understanding. We are committed to modeling the healthcare system we hope to see–one that reflects the communities it serves and embraces the lived experiences of both patients and doctors. We honor the identities, voices, and stories that shape medicine, and we strive to build a physician workforce that is community-grounded and reflective of the nation’s needs.
Technologies & Innovation Statement
We believe in constantly improving and imagining a better tomorrow—one where technology serves people and communities. At Thalamus.Org, innovation is not just about new tools; it’s about rethinking how we solve problems, reduce barriers, and expand access to opportunity.
We harness technology to advance healthcare education and workforce development, ensuring our systems are adaptive and built for impact. We use data to measure outcomes, evaluate progress, and guide decisions—turning insight into action. Our innovations are grounded in evidence, with proof of concept demonstrated through outcome variables that track measurable change over time. By embracing thoughtful, data-informed innovation, we aim to build scalable, sustainable solutions that anticipate the future needs of healthcare and the communities it serves.
Sustainability & Environmental Impact Statement
We believe in building an organization that will continue to have a positive impact on the future of health and patient care—one that advances sustainability not only in its operations, but also in the systems it seeks to influence. At Thalamus.Org, we recognize that environmental health, public health, and social capital are deeply interconnected. We are committed to responsible stewardship of resources, minimizing our environmental footprint, and promoting practices that support long-term community and planetary wellbeing.
Our work centers on fostering a healthcare workforce that reflects and supports resilient communities. This includes addressing the broader determinants of health—such as access to healthy food, safe transportation, and quality education—that influence both individual and public health outcomes. We aim to lead by example, embedding sustainable values into our programs, partnerships, and decision-making, with a focus on lasting, systemic impact.
Who We Are
Thalamus.Org was founded by physicians and healthcare leaders who experienced the residency application process firsthand—and saw the need for change. We’re a physician-led nonprofit grounded in lived experience, community collaboration, and systemic change.
Partner With Us
Let’s build something impactful—together.
We're proud to collaborate with academic institutions, philanthropic foundations, healthcare systems, public health organizations, and more to drive meaningful change.
If you're interested in co-funding scholarships, supporting our pathway program, or partnering on community-based physician initiatives, we'd love to hear from you.
Help Us Build a More Accessible Healthcare System.
Support the next generation of doctors — and the patients they’ll serve.
