MIMS Education
A Primary Care Approach to Primary Osteoporosis
1 point | 
1 Hour | 
10 Sep 2024
Overview
About this course
Osteoporosis is a common problem that is frequently underdiagnosed and undertreated. It increases the risk of fractures in the elderly which impacts health-related quality of life. Recognizing the risk factors and instituting appropriate screening is very important to reduce the burden of this disease. This e-learning module summarizes the risk factors of osteoporosis, when and how often to screen for it, and reviews the available non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic options in addressing this disease.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the educational activity, participants should be able to:
- Define and diagnose primary osteoporosis
- Understand the pathogenesis of osteoporosis
- Identify the risk factors of primary osteoporosis
- Understand the treatment options for primary osteoporosis
- Learn when to refer to a specialist for primary osteoporosis
Topics covered
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Introduction
- Definition of Osteoporosis
- Epidemiology
- Pathogenesis and risk factors
- Screening and Diagnosis
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Management
- Non-pharmacologic and supplementation
- Pharmacologic
- Referring to a specialist
Speaker for this course
Dr Manan Vora
MBBS, D’ Orth, M.Ch Orth (UK), Dip. Sp. Med,
PhD Scholar (Regenerative Orthopaedics)
Minimal Access Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist
BeWell Hospitals, Chennai
1 CPD Point Available
- Score at least 60% on the quiz.
- A certificate can be downloaded upon successful completion. Please use the information on the certificate to claim your CPD points.
Keywords: osteoporosis, primary care, osteoporosis management