Conference Description
Update on the Detection and Management of Osteoporosis and Low Bone Mass
February 17, 2006
Roy's Restaurant
4342 Boyscout Blvd.
Corner Stone Plaza
Tampa, Florida 33607
(813) 873-7697
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CME Credits: Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Determination of credit is pending.
Nonrefundable registration fee: $0.
Target Audience: Physicians, Physician Assistants, and Nurse Practitioners
Program Summary:
This program is a comprehensive overview of current empirical evidence related to osteoporosis and osteopenia. Current incidence and prevalence rates will be addressed as well as the physical, social and societal sequelae of the disorder. A lecture/discussion format of approximately one hour in length will also address the epidemiology and clinical impact of osteoporosis and fractures. Determinants of bone mass and bone quality will be discussed. Fracture risk assessment will be introduced and diagnostic testing will be summarized. Strategies for disease prevention as well as pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions will be reviewed. Future directions in diagnostic and treatment modalities will be presented.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:
- discuss the pathophysiology, incidence/prevalence, and mortality/morbidity associated with osteoporosis and osteopenia
- recognize the risk factors and clinical presentation, including common symptoms and physical examination findings
- assess individual fracture risk
- choose laboratory, imaging, and diagnostic studies, tests, and procedures helpful in confirming the diagnosis and treatment monitoring
- institute appropriate preventive strategies based on individual patient risk
- recognize and initiate pharmacologic treatments when warranted
- provide appropriate follow-up care and monitoring
- discuss potential complications and prognosis
Agenda:
| 6:30-7:00 pm |
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Registration and Welcome |
| 7:00-8:00 pm |
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Update on the Detection and Management of Osteoporosis and Low Bone Mass
Nelson Watts, MD |
Faculty:
Nelson Watts, MD, FACE
Professor of Medicine
University of Cincinatti
Director of the UC Bone Health and Osteoporosis Center
*Continuing Education Information
Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Determination of credit is pending.
This program is supported through an unrestricted educational grant from Procter & Gamble.
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