Important: Patient Advocate Foundation’s TotalAssist program launches on July 1. Whether you’re a new patient, or you’re currently receiving assistance from Patient Advocate Foundation or PAN Foundation, visit our TotalAssist.org website to learn more about next steps, get helpful information, and access your portal account. Starting July 1, the call center can be reached by calling toll free, 866-512-3861 from 8:30am to 5:30pm ET.
Information about this website: Following the March 2026 merger of Patient Advocate Foundation and the PAN Foundation, this website is now a part of Patient Advocate Foundation and remains active during our website transition.
Where to find information during our transition:
- About the merged organization: uniting.patientadvocate.org
- Financial assistance: totalassist.org
- Additional direct patient services and resources: patientadvocate.org
- Education: panfoundation.org and education.patientadvocate.org
- Clinical trials education: clinicaltrials.panfoundation.org
- Advocacy: npaf.org
- Research: patientinsightinstitute.org
The Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC) at Patient Advocate Foundation includes individuals who have received support as a patient, or serves as a family member, friend, or caregiver of someone who has. By sharing key insights and feedback related to healthcare access and affordability issues, PFAC members serve as key ambassadors and advisors to our work.
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Bill Allen
Patient and Family Advisory Council Member
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Phyllis Bass
Patient and Family Advisory Council Member
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Peggy Carter
Patient and Family Advisory Council Member
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LaShonda Ellis
Patient and Family Advisory Council Member
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Jonathan Kahan
Patient and Family Advisory Council Member
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Jennifer Matsuda
Patient and Family Advisory Council Member
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Scott Matsuda
Patient and Family Advisory Council Member
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Tim McDonald
Patient and Family Advisory Council Member
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Tony Newberne
Patient and Family Advisory Council Member
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George J. Valentine
Patient and Family Advisory Council Member
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Michael Riotto
Patient and Family Advisory Council Member
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Kim Yaman
Patient and Family Advisory Council Member
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