Summary
The Osteoporosis Action Network aims to tackle a significant public health issue by preventing 3 million osteoporosis-related fractures by 2033. Osteoporosis, often overlooked, leads to approximately 2 million fractures annually in the United States, with over 500,000 resulting in hospitalizations. Despite the high incidence, only 12% of women who experience a fragility fracture receive treatment within a year, highlighting a critical gap in care. Experts emphasize the need for a multi-faceted approach involving various medical specialties to improve awareness and treatment of osteoporosis.
The coalition, which includes researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates, seeks to elevate osteoporosis and secondary fracture prevention as a national priority. Key objectives include enhancing public awareness, equipping clinicians with tools to identify and treat high-risk patients, and addressing knowledge gaps that hinder effective osteoporosis management. The initiative encourages collaboration among different healthcare professionals to create a comprehensive care structure that addresses the needs of patients post-fracture.
Healthcare providers are urged to take ownership of osteoporosis care by integrating it into their practice and ensuring patients receive appropriate follow-up treatment. The conversation around osteoporosis is shifting from a focus on aging to one that emphasizes healthspan and maintaining independence. By fostering a better understanding of bone health and the importance of treatment, the Osteoporosis Action Network aims to create a future where osteoporosis-related fractures are rare.
Show Notes
Hear from two experts in osteoporosis as they introduce the Osteoporosis Action Network—a volunteer coalition of osteoporosis leaders and industry partners focused on redefining the standard of care in osteoporosis, with a bold ambition of preventing 3 million fractures by 2033. Rita Roy, MD, CEO, National Spine Health Foundation will discuss the coalition’s mission and vision, while Susan Bukata, MD, Professor and Chair, Department of Orthopaedics, UC San Diego, will discuss the motivation behind the creation of the coalition and share her experience with post-fracture care programs. Listeners will gain insights into action they can take to get post-fracture care programs off the ground and close care gaps. Dr. Roy and Dr. Bukata are paid consultants for Amgen. Initial support for Osteoporosis Action Network provided by Amgen.
This episode is sponsored by Amgen.
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