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.

• Sign up for January's Musculoskeletal Fundamentals 2-day Workshop
• Purchase our nationally accredited online, live (in-person) and hybrid continuing education courses
• Make a tax-deductible year-end donation
  

Dear JOF friends -- as the year winds down, we want to take a moment to thank you for being part of our Jackson Orthopedic Foundation community. Your commitment to advancing healthcare inspires everything we do.

This holiday season, we’re celebrating our shared mission to enhance lives through exceptional education — because we believe great care begins with confident clinicians like you.

We’re still feeling the warmth and joy from the 7th Annual Canes Gala, and we can’t thank you enough for being part of this special event. Whether you joined us in person, sponsored the event, or participated in the online silent auction, your support has touched our hearts and reminded us why we do what we do.

Our 7th Annual Canes Gala is this Sunday, December 8! Here's our official press release, which includes mentions of our wonderful sponsors. Hope you can make it -- tickets are still available!

Happy Thanksgiving!

As we gather to give thanks this holiday season, we at Jackson Orthopedic Foundation want to take a moment to express our deep gratitude for you.

Whether you’re advancing the health of your community through your work as a clinician or supporting nonprofits like ours, your dedication to creating a healthier, happier world inspires us every day.

The holidays are just around the corner, and we’re thrilled to invite you to join us in making the season extra meaningful. This year’s Canes Gala Online Silent Auction is packed with fun and fabulous finds you won’t want to miss—and we’re giving you a special sneak peek before bidding opens on December 1!

Our auction is hosted on platform 32auctions.com, which means you can bid from anywhere. From incredible experiences to unique treasures and tasty treats, every item you bid on directly supports Jackson Orthopedic Foundation’s mission to empower clinicians, improve healthcare, and transform patient lives.