Diagnosis and Management of Osteoporosis

Authors

Maria Syl de la Cruz, MD, Thomas Jefferson UniversityFollow

Document Type

Presentation

Presentation Date

1-4-2018

Abstract

Objectives

• Assess the risk factors of osteoporosis
• Review the screening criteria in different populations
• Describe use of DXA scan and FRAX score
• Review most recommended treatment options
• Discuss (lack of) evidence for monitoring of treatment or interval of screening

Recommended Citation

de la Cruz, MD, Maria Syl, "Diagnosis and Management of Osteoporosis" (2018). Department of Family & Community Medicine Presentations and Grand Rounds. Paper 223.
https://jdc.jefferson.edu/fmlectures/223