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 The Docere Foundation is a non-profit 501 (c)(3)organization founded in 1988 by James P. Tasto, MD. The purpose of the foundation is to provide the financial backing necessary to fund research for musculo-skeletal disorders. Specifically, we hope to find solutions for problems related to arthritis, musculo-skeletal disease and expedite rehabilitation from injury.
 The decade from 2000-2010 has been declared "The Decade of Bone and Joint Research". To support Bone and Joint research, the Docere Foundation is expanding efforts to conduct research, and provide advanced training for Orthopaedic Surgeons. We hope to introduce improved surgical techniques and develop better methodology for the treatment of sports injuries and other diseases of the bones and joints.
The Program:  The Docere Foundation works in conjunction with the University of California - San Diego Medical School. The physicians (Fellows) rotate through five different orthopaedic surgery offices throughout the county, they teach and train fellows and they conduct research for publication. Nationally renoun orthopaedic surgeons donate their time, money and facilities to assist the Fellows in every way possible.
How You Can Help:  Funding for medical research and postgraduate training have been drastically cut with the onset of managed care. In some areas programs have been canceled. It is the goal of this Foundation to provide much needed funding for research and education. You can help by making a one-time donation, becoming part of our annual giving program or through estate planning. Every dollar helps fund research and postgraduate training, and all donations are tax deductible. If you would like to make a donation, please send your contribution to:
The Docere Foundation C/o James P. Tasto, MD 6719 Alvarado Rd., Suite 200 San Diego, CA 92120 (619) 229-3932 
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