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The Patellofemoral Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization supported solely by contributions from individuals and corporations. All funds are used to support research and educational efforts that help those who suffer from anterior knee pain and instability. We welcome and appreciate all contributions. Thank you.

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Medial Patellofemoral Complex Reconstruction may be Necessary for First-Time Dislocation

In a retrospective cohort review of 142 consecutive skeletally immature patients who sustained a first-time patella dislocation, Kristen Reikersdorfer, BA,…

Precision Planning for Patellofemoral Instability Surgery with 3D CT Imaging

Dr. John Fulkerson of the Patellofemoral Foundation (PFF) highlights the critical role of 3D computerized tomography (CT) in precision planning…

Together for Progress: Insights from the 2025 Patellofemoral Foundation Luncheon

The 2025 Patellofemoral Foundation (PFF) Annual Board Meeting and Luncheon took place on Thursday, March 13, in San Diego, California,…

Videos

"The Perils of Pauline’s Patella" (from a talk given by Alan C. Merchant, MD)

MARCH 17, 2025

Join us in exploring how traditional approaches to diagnosing anterior knee pain, such as chondromalacia and knee extensions, may be flawed, while we challenge medical misconceptions and share evolving insights in this enlightening video.

John Fulkerson Remarks on ISAKOS

DECEMBER 10, 2025

Dr. John Fulkerson, the president of the The Patellofemoral Foundation (PFF), remarks on PFF’s relationship with the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS). ISAKOS members can now gain access to PFF’s Masters Course.

A Tip on Anterior Knee Pain from Dr. Bill Post

JANUARY 20, 2025

Dr. William “Bill” Post, Board Member of the Patellofemoral Foundation, offers a quick tip for a key component of evaluating and treating anterior knee pain in the office.

Dr. John Fulkerson Speaks at IPSG 2024

AUGUST 16, 2024

Dr. John Fulkerson describes the mission, goals, accomplishments, and history of the Patellofemoral Foundation to the attendees of the recent IPSG meeting in Big Sky Montana.

Eric R. Jania receives PFF Distinguished Service Award

JUNE 19, 2023

Eric R. Jania receives the Patellofemoral Foundation Distinguished Service Award for loyal support of the Patellofemoral Foundation since its inception in 2003. Watch his acceptance speech at the Annual PFF Luncheon at the Harvard Club in Boston, MA during the ISAKOS meeting.

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