Chairman & Founder
Dave Sabey
Built a network of visionary leaders across Boeing, Starbucks, ADP, McCaw Cellular, and Exodus Communications. Founded SSF to foster global collaboration among top medical professionals.
501(c)(3) Nonprofit · Founded 2007
Built by Physicians.
For Physicians.
The Seattle Science Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to advancing patient care through education, research, innovation, and technology. Free. Open to the world.
Advancing patient care
through open education.
Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the Seattle Science Foundation exists to break down the barriers that prevent physicians worldwide from accessing world-class surgical education. What began as a bold idea has grown into a globally recognized institution.
Great surgical education should never be gatekept by geography or financial means, so every course, webinar, and certification we offer is provided at no cost to participants.
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Free Online Medical Education CME-accredited courses, webinars & certifications at no cost.
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Cadaveric Surgical Research Advancing technique through evidence-based lab studies.
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Hands-On Bioskills Training Immersive cadaveric lab experiences for surgical teams.
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Student Outreach Programs Connecting the next generation with world-class mentors.
Global reach
159 countries, and counting.
SSF was never built around a single lab. From the start it was built to reach past the walls of any one institution, and today its courses reach physicians across six continents. Everything we publish is free, everywhere, with no login fee and no borders.
Seattle, SSF's home · where our faculty are based
The people behind
SSF's mission.
Board of Directors
Rod Oskouian, MD
Nationally renowned expert in complex spine surgery and Chief of Spine for Swedish. Published over 400 peer-reviewed articles. A pioneer in the lateral approach to the spine.
Board of Directors
Joe Sabey
Chief Commercial Officer, Sabey Corporation. Leads commercial strategies across medical, life sciences, data centers, and government sectors.
Chief Operating Officer
Alexis Takasumi
Chief Operating Officer, SSF, since 2015. Led SSF's digital transformation with Dr. Rod Oskouian, building a worldwide audience through online and social media platforms. Brings more than 20 years of experience in healthcare operations, medical education, and physician outreach.
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Clinical explainers, the OR, and the people who teach here.
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Every gift advances
free surgical education.
Your support keeps our courses, research, and bioskills programs accessible to physicians everywhere, at no cost to them.
Make a one-time or recurring gift securely online in minutes. Any amount makes a difference.
Partner with SSF to co-present courses, fund research labs, or support student outreach. Custom tiers available.
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Contribute surgical instruments, equipment, cadaveric specimens, or professional services to expand our capabilities.
EIN: 61-1502822 · All donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
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