Barnes-Jewish Hospital . . .

. . . at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top 10 hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. The Hospital is home to 16 specialties ranked among the best nationally including cancer; digestive disorders; ear, nose and throat; eyes; geriatrics; gynecology; heart and heart surgery; hormonal disorders; kidney disease; neurology and neurosurgery; orthopedics; psychiatry; respiratory disorders; rheumatology; and urology.

Recognizing its excellent nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital is the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a "Magnet Hospital" by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

\St. Louis, Missouri . . .

. . . is known for the Gateway Arch and professional sports, but these aren't the only attractions in this river city.   Laclede's Landing, a revitalized riverfront district, features entertainment including riverboat casinos, restaurants, shops and the Gateway Arch.

Union Station -- formerly St. Louis' train terminal -- now houses a comedy club, hotel, specialty shops and restaurants. Grand Street, a center for ethnic restaurants and art galleries; historic Soulard, featuring an open-air farmer's market, beautifully restored homes and the Anheuser-Busch brewery; the Hill, home to Italian neighborhoods, shops and restaurants; and the Central West End, with its eateries, antique shops and grand old homes, are just a few of the neighborhoods visitors love to explore.

St. Louis' Forest Park -- site of the 1904 World's Fair -- is frequented by runners, rollerbladers and picnickers and hosts some of the region's favorite cultural and educational institutions: the St. Louis Art Museum, St. Louis Zoo, St. Louis Science Center and the Missouri History Museum. All are free. Even the 12,000-seat outdoor amphitheater the Municipal Opera -- also known as the "Muny" -- offers free seats for its summer theater productions.