Program #811 • Available Tuesday, February 24, 2004
Certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ through Saturday, February 24, 2007

Osteoporosis: Individualizing Consultations

 

Program Description

Approximately 28 million Americans are at risk for osteoporosis, with the most common fractures being those of the spine, wrist, and hip. Hip fracture is the most morbid of all fractures, with 15% to 20% of patients dying during the subsequent year. The startling results of several clinical trials related to estrogen/progestin use have changed the global view of how clinicians can work with patients to ensure healthy bones over the long term. No longer is one type of intervention seen as being "the answer" for the long term. Dr. Cosman urges clinicians to view the patient in terms of her—or his—whole life cycle and to intervene according to the most suitable therapy for the individual and his or her age group. In this telecourse, Dr. Cosman discusses a rational approach to estrogen/progestin use and the emerging role of newer drugs that can build bone mass over time.

(60 minutes)

Credit Information

Up to 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

This activity is designed for primary care physicians, internists, family medicine physicians, gynecologists, allied health professionals, and others with an interest in osteoporosis.

Learning Objectives

After taking part in this CME activity, participants should be able to:

CME Credit Designations

ACCME The Network for Continuing Medical Education (NCME) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA NCME designates this educational activity for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AAFP This activity has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 2 Prescribed credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians. AAFP accreditation begins Thursday, February 24, 2005. Term of approval is for one year from this date, with option for yearly renewal.

AOA This activity is eligible for up to 2 hours of credit in Category 2-A of the American Osteopathic Association.