Learning Activity Information

Optimizing the treatment of osteoporosis - examining new options for improved patient care

CCCEP Accredited

Program Identification Information

Program Number: 1799-2024-3870-B-P
Title: Optimizing the treatment of osteoporosis - examining new options for improved patient care

Type of Program: Blended Program (Fast Track)
Target Audience: Pharmacists
Area of Practice: Community
CEUs: 1.00
Description / Abstract: Although osteoporosis is common, it is often undiagnosed or untreated, leaving many people at risk for experiencing broken bones. A broken bone increases the risk of more broken bones. Given the growing size of the aging global population, osteoporosis and the risk of broken bones represent an urgent problem and growing burden. We need ways to make it easier for primary care practitioners (PCPs), such as family physicians, internists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurses, to include osteoporosis care as part of routine clinical visits. In this program, we will discuss the critical role of PCPs in early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoporosis as they are often the first point of contact for at-risk patients. The widespread availability of reliable instruments for diagnosis of osteoporosis including fracture risk assessment with/without BMD assessment, as well as the availability of, well-tolerated medications, clinical practice guidelines will be addressed

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