Our 8th Annual Canes Gala, held on October 26, 2025, was a big hit! This family-friendly Halloween celebration at Creekside Commons was the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon, sharing good food, laughter, and community spirit. Guests mingled over a festive buffet and delicious non-alcoholic drinks, browsed the silent auction table, and enjoyed reconnecting with friends old and new.

The event program was filled with inspiration and insight. Our emcee Tim Hart opened the program with introductions and reflections on JOF’s 27-year journey. Elisabeth Andreason shared a heartfelt donor’s perspective, followed by Kathleen Geier, Rachel Chen, and Sheila Teker, who shone a spotlight on our incredible students.

Join Us for the 8th Annual Canes Gala! The leaves are turning, the pumpkins are out, and that can only mean one thing - Canes is back!

On Sunday, October 26, 2025, we’ll gather at Creekside Commons in Lafayette, CA, for an afternoon filled with food, fun, and purpose. This is more than just a Halloween celebration - it’s our most important fundraiser of the year, supporting scholarships and training for today's and tomorrow's clinicians.

Our 2025 Healthcare Immersion Program finished last week, and we wanted to take a moment and extend our heartfelt thanks to the incredible clinical preceptors and coordinators who helped make this summer’s program such a meaningful and impactful experience for our students: our preceptors.

We’re thrilled to welcome the 2025 cohort of Jackson Orthopedic Foundation’s Healthcare Immersion Program (HIP) – a diverse and driven group of students who are passionate about finding a professional path in healthcare.

During the four-week program, which began July 7, our students are shadowing clinical preceptors in a variety of clinical environments to learn first-hand about how healthcare providers in different settings contribute to musculoskeletal health in our communities.

We’re excited to announce that the 8th Annual Canes Gala will take place on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 3–6 p.m. at Creekside Commons in Lafayette, California — and we hope to see you there!

Get ready for tricks, treats, and transformative impact — our Halloween-themed Canes is shaping up to be our most magical gathering yet.

We’re excited to announce that two inspiring alumni of our Healthcare Immersion Program (HIP), Rachel Chen and Sheila Teker, will serve as this year’s program coordinators!

Both Rachel and Sheila bring deep curiosity, compassion, and leadership to their roles—and they know firsthand what it’s like to walk in the shoes of HIP students.

Daylight Saving Time is around the corner (March 9). With more daylight hours, primary care nurse practitioners and APPs have a great opportunity to encourage patients to incorporate more movement into their daily routines.

To support you in guiding your patients toward better musculoskeletal health, we’ve compiled 10 simple and effective tips that you can share. These small lifestyle changes can significantly impact mobility, reduce stiffness, improve circulation, and promote overall well-being:

Every day, millions of people suffer from pain, mobility issues, and musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions that impact their ability to work, stay active, and enjoy life. Muscle, bone, and joint disorders are one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, accounting for nearly 30% of all years lived with disability. Despite their prevalence, most healthcare providers receive little to no specialized training in MSK care, leaving many patients without the treatment they need.

At Jackson Orthopedic Foundation, we believe that better training leads to better care—and we’re on a mission to bridge this gap. This Valentine’s Day, we invite you to put your compassion into action and help transform musculoskeletal care.