IFM Community Medicine

08/21/2026

Healthcare should be accessible to everyone, but systemic barriers like transportation, cost, language differences, and limited access continue to impact millions of people. At iFM Community Medicine, we strive to break down these barriers so every individual has the opportunity to receive quality care.

08/19/2026

We received some great coverage on KSDK earlier this week about our new clinic at Confluence Preparatory Academy - check it out!!

Confluence Preparatory Academy opens a free on-campus clinic that will provide comprehensive care to students and staff members.

08/17/2026

IFM Staff (pictured from left to right: Lisa Pathenos, Nolmin Sequeira, and Flannery Harman, not pictured, Dr. Denise Buck) set an IFM record for most vaccinations given at one event at the Black & Orange Back to School Resource Fair on Saturday!
82 students were given a total of 162 vaccinations so they'll be up to date and cleared to attend school on the first day!
All school districts in Missouri require age-appropriate vaccinations for children to attend school in our state, which keeps not only that student healthy, but their classmates, families, and the entire community as well! As vaccination rates have dropped significantly in the last few years, IFM and districts like Ritenour are committed to making sure their students have affordable, accessible options for clearing this hurdle in time for school to start.
The event also marked the kick-off of IFM's new partnership with the Ritenour School District where we'll have an ONSITE HEALTH CLINIC, open to all Ritenour students and staff, at the Ritenour Husky Service Center. Transportation to the Clinic will be provided by the District for students from every Ritenour school on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday mornings during the school year. Students with Medicaid or no insurance will pay no out of pocket cost to be seen and those with private insurance will pay only their co-pay. The clinic will keep students healthy and able to attend class by addressing their primary care needs including sick/well visits, injuries, immunizations, physicals, and prescriptions. Thank you to Ritenour for trusting IFM to provide this critical service for all of your precious HUSKIES! We're excited for the first day of school!

08/17/2026

Friday was an exciting day for our staff as we opened the IFM Clinic at Academies (housed at Preparatory Academy and open to students at all four Confluence Academies' Schools). The ribbon cutting/opening day for the clinic was held in conjunction with their Back to School Bash - and we didn't waste any time getting up and rolling as we gave 50 school physicals that day! School physicals are required for students to take part in afterschool activities like sports and marching band. IFM's ongoing presence on campus will allow students and staff to visit the clinic for acute and chronic illness concerns, injuries, and required vaccinations & physicals or other health needs that arise during the school day. IFM's providers will be able to give and write prescriptions, order tests, and refer students to ongoing primary or specialty care as needed. School-based health clinics have been shown to decrease absenteeism and improve student performance. Kudos to Confluence for investing in this essential service for their students. GO TITANS!

08/17/2026

IFM's CEO Dr. Denise Buck (left) attended the ICC State Cycling Championships for the second year in a row over the weekend to support South Side Cyclery (owner Deanna Kakouris pictured on right) and the event's riders by volunteering as the event's medical support.

08/17/2026

IFM’s Young Professionals’ Board met up over the weekend for their first ever Social at Urban Chestnut! The YPB raises funds for our mission by hosting events like Trivia and builds partnerships and awareness that helps IFM thrive! If you are a young STL area professional and believe that health care should be affordable and accessible for everyone in our shared community, consider joining forces with IFM and these amazing volunteers!

08/10/2026

Prevention starts with protection. Vaccines help prevent the spread of serious diseases and keep our communities healthier. Staying up to date on recommended vaccinations helps safeguard not only your own health but also the health of those around you.

08/06/2026

Here are 7 frequently asked questions about Missouri Medicaid!

Navigating healthcare options can feel overwhelming, but we’re here to break down the basics of Missouri’s Medicaid program.

08/03/2026

Healthy communities begin with access to quality care and reliable health information. 💙🧡

For National Immunization Month, we’re recognizing the role vaccines play in reducing health disparities, preventing disease, and protecting the people around us.

At IFM Community Medicine, we’re committed to making healthcare education and resources more accessible for all.

07/29/2026

Our community inspires us daily to provide compassionate, accessible healthcare right where it matters most. 🩺✨
iFM has helped over 6000 unique patients in 2025 and we are honored to keep growing, adapting, and delivering care right where it’s needed most. Here’s to healthier futures, together!