When discussing an osteoporosis diagnosis, address the patient’s individual risk factors and provide clear guidance on managing their bone health...
Educating Patients About Osteoporosis and Bone Health
Enhance your skills in discussing osteoporosis diagnosis and comorbidities with patients. Utilise cascade screening and access patient educational resources. Learn effective strategies for engaging families and caregivers.
Discussing Comorbidities with Your Patients
When discussing osteoporosis with your patients, it is essential to consider how their comorbidities and other treatments may impact bone health and increase fracture risk...
Cascade Screening
A parental history of fracture, particularly hip fracture, significantly increases fracture risk for older adult children, making family history a critical factor in osteoporosis risk assessment...
Virtual and Telephone Appointments
In 2023, the Medical Council of New Zealand published a Telehealth Statement...
Engaging Family Members & Care Givers
Effectively engaging family members, whānau and caregivers is crucial in managing patients with fragility fractures or osteoporosis...