At the Patellofemoral Foundation, we are dedicated to providing valuable resources and educational content for those seeking to deepen their understanding of patellofemoral issues. We believe that informed…
In a retrospective cohort review of 142 consecutive skeletally immature patients who sustained a first-time patella dislocation, Kristen Reikersdorfer, BA, and colleagues compared 90 patients treated nonoperatively with…
Dr. John Fulkerson of the Patellofemoral Foundation (PFF) highlights the critical role of 3D computerized tomography (CT) in precision planning for patellofemoral instability surgery. He emphasizes that understanding…
The 2025 Patellofemoral Foundation (PFF) Annual Board Meeting and Luncheon took place on Thursday, March 13, in San Diego, California, coinciding with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons…
Dr. Alan C. Merchant’s early 1980s presentation on patellofemoral pain (PFP) isn’t just historically significant; it’s a masterclass in medical communication. He cleverly uses the format of a…
The recent International Sports Medicine Fellows (ISMF) Conference in Carlsbad, California, featured a highlight moment as Dr. Moises Cohen, a valued board member of The Patellofemoral Foundation, was…
The 25th International Sports Medicine Fellows Conference, held on February 7-8, 2025, in Carlsbad, California, showcased the contributions of leading experts in orthopaedic sports medicine. Miho J. Tanaka,…
Dr. John Fulkerson, President of the Patellofemoral Foundation, recently shared valuable insights in an article published by Healio, a trusted medical media company dedicated to providing health care…
Anterior knee pain is a common complaint among patients, and a thorough evaluation can significantly aid in effective treatment. Dr. Bill Post, Board Member of the Patellofemoral Foundation,…
Dr. John Fulkerson, president of the Patellofemoral Foundation, is excited to share valuable information about the collaboration between the Foundation and ISAKOS (International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery…
Alan Merchant, MD, a visionary in the orthopedic field and a friend to all who were fortunate enough to know him, passed away on December 3rd, 2023. As…
The Patellofemoral Foundation Board of Directors is pleased to announce that a generous donation of $10,000 has been received from Joan Merchant in the name of her late…