Sydney Orthopaedic Research Institute
Sydney Orthopaedic Research Institute (SORI) is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the study and research of orthopaedic disorders, in particular those associated with the knee joint. It was established in 2002 by Orthopaedic Surgeons Dr David Parker and Dr Myles Coolican. SORI uses high quality research methods to investigate the causes and pathogenesis of common knee disorders, as well as the associated treatments and rehabilitative procedures currently employed for these disorders. In addition, SORI also conducts research on arthritis, cartilage pathologies, ligament injuries, knee trauma, as well as other sports-related injuries such as spinal cord damage.
Research is performed by way of both clinical studies and basic science projects. At present SORI has over 30 active projects. Some projects are run in collaboration with other research facilities including the Biomechanics and Gait Laboratory at University of Sydney, the Institute of Magnetic Resonance Research, and the Raymond Purves Laboratory, the latter two based at Royal North Shore Hospital.
All projects are overseen by the Director of Research, Jowveria Mufti. SORI also employs an Administration Officer, as well as additional casual Research Assistants. SORI provides research projects and work experience opportunities for keen university students. Dr Coolican and Dr Parker are actively involved in all SORI projects, with bi-monthly meetings keeping everyone informed and up-to-date with SORI progress.
All work carried out at the Institute is intended to increase knowledge and awareness of common knee disorders, with the final aim of providing benefit to the community. SORI personnel take an open-minded approach to their work and are continually open to ideas for research into new orthopaedic issues, alongside the traditional.
Mission
At Sydney Orthopaedic Research Institute (SORI), our mission is to increase understanding of all aspects of orthopaedic knee disorders, such that more effective treatment and prevention methods may be developed. Our daily work practises incorporate many approaches that together help us accomplish our mission:
- understanding that dedicated scientific and clinical research is at the forefront of all medical discoveries;
- continually questioning the causes underlying the development and progression of orthopaedic pathologies;
- investigating the outcomes of rehabilitative surgical procedures in order to determine the most effective methods to enable injured persons to return to a full and complete life;
- collaborating with, and forming, interdisciplinary teams to enable a holistic examination of a variety of pathologies, both through clinical studies and basic science projects;
- presenting and publishing research for peer review and comment;
- providing opportunity for local and overseas (visiting) doctors to train with experienced Orthopaedic Surgeons and Researchers, and learn the skills involved in orthopaedic research;
- providing the opportunity for keen medical students to expand their knowledge in an area of interest and to contribute in a productive way to the field of their career of choice whilst in training.
Donations to SORI
Donations from our Supporters help to ensure continuation of research programmes in order that techniques for knee surgery are constantly evaluated and improved. Many patients make a donation to SORI in recognition and gratitude for the care and expertise of the surgeons. All donations to SORI, a registered charity, are tax deductible.
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