Spine & Bone Health Series

To increase spine surgeons’ and other health care professional awareness and understanding of osteoporosis management in patients undergoing or planning spine surgery.

To educate on practical models of care for integrating bone health management into spine surgery pre-operative protocols.

To provide insights on how to collaborate with endocrinologists, rheumatologists, and other specialists to diagnose and treat patients with osteoporosis and optimize patient outcomes after spine surgery.

Understand the importance of screening for osteoporosis in patients undergoing spine surgery.

Identify the role of spine surgeons in managing bone health in patients with osteopenia or osteoporosis.

Learn practical models and strategies for setting up a bone health management program within a medical institution.

Recognize the different medications and treatments used for patients with poor bone health, especially in the context of spine surgery.