D-W2 R2: Closing the Fracture Gap: Optimizing Bone Health in Midlife and Beyond
Tracks
| Saturday, February 7, 2026 |
| 3:20 PM - 4:05 PM |
Speaker(s)
Presented by Dr. Irena Druce
Session Details
By the end of this session participants will be able to:
1) Identify risk factors and early signs of osteopenia and osteoporosis in midlife women.
2) Apply evidence-based strategies for screening and diagnosis, including interpretation of bone mineral density testing and relevant lab work.
3) Evaluate the role of menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) in the prevention and treatment of bone loss.
4) Develop individualized prevention and management plans, integrating lifestyle, nutritional, pharmacologic, and patient-centered interventions to optimize bone health.