Jackson Orthopaedic Foundation

Joint Implant Surgery and Research Foundation
JISRF has a long, rich history in the area of total joint reconstructive surgery. Continuing this tradition, JISRF efforts have included design, development, consultation, education, and promotion of both implants and surgical techniques. Over the past 31 years, JISRF has worked with numerous orthopaedic companies and many institutions in the area of education, product design, mechanical testing, and clinical / surgical research.
Web address: http://www.jisrf.org/.

The Arthritis Foundation
The Arthritis Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions with advocacy, programs, services and research.
Web address: http://www.arthritis.org.

Foundation for Osteoporosis Research and Education (FORE)
FORE is a non-profit resource center focused on osteoporosis prevention and treatment.
Web address: http://www.fore.org.

MerckSource: Your Online Health Partner
MerckSource is an online health resource website to help you get the health information you need for discussions with your healthcare professional.
Web address: http://www.mercksource.com.

National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)

NIAMS supports research into the causes, treatment, and prevention of arthritis and musculoskeletal and skin diseases, the training of basic and clinical scientists to carry out this research, and the dissemination of information on research progress in these diseases.

http://www.niams.nih.gov/

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)

AAOS provides education and practice management services for orthopaedic surgeons and allied health professionals. The Academy also serves as an advocate for improved patient care and informs the public about the science of orthopaedics.

http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/

Center for Disease Control (CDC)

CDC is recognized as the lead federal agency for protecting the health and safety of people - at home and abroad, providing credible information to enhance health decisions, and promoting health through strong partnerships. CDC serves as the national focus for developing and applying disease prevention and control, environmental health, and health promotion and education activities designed to improve the health of the people of the United States.

http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/arthritis/

Arthritis National Research Foundation (ANRF)

ANRF has been providing grant funds for basic research into the causes of and new treatments for arthritis since 1952. Their ultimate goal is to find a cure for each of the 100 different forms of arthritis.

http://www.curearthritis.org/

American College of Rheumatology (ACR)

ACR is the professional organization of rheumatologists and associated health professionals who share a dedication to healing, preventing disability, and curing the more than 100 types of arthritis and related disabling and sometimes fatal disorders of the joints, muscles, and bones. Members include practicing physicians, research scientists, nurses, physical and occupational therapists, psychologists, and social workers.

http://www.rheumatology.org/ar/ar.html

Mission Statement

The Jackson Orthopaedic Foundation, a nonprofit education, research, and patient outreach center, is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals affected by orthopaedic conditions. The center fulfills its mission by supporting research and offering comprehensive educational programs and specialized services to individuals with orthopaedic conditions.