Finding a healthcare provider who is knowledgeable about osteoporosis can be difficult. There is no physician specialty solely dedicated to osteoporosis, nor is there a certification program for health professionals who treat the disease. Over time, some doctors in various medical specialties have gained the knowledge and expertise to diagnose and treat people with osteoporosis. Note: There is a Bone Mineral Density Testing Certification Program for healthcare professionals.
- By ejoyce · New reply November 25, 2008
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- I had my first visit with a Rheumatologist a week ago. I had been referred by my GYN after having a bad reaction to monthly Actonel after the first dose. I was pleased with the thoroughness of the exam ...
- By Gail38 · New reply November 17, 2008
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- I am looking for a ohysicakl therapist who practices Sara Meeks Method and lives not terribly far from King of Prussia PA ...
- By sdivas · New reply November 11, 2008
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- The American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation --- www.aapmr.org. Please click on your state for physiatrist listings ...
- By BikingBarbara · New reply October 25, 2008
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- RE the topic of finding a health care provider for osteoporosis - I was first diagnosed by chance. My internist decided to order several tests when I turned 40 including a DEXA. We were both shocked when ...
- By ejoyce · New reply October 10, 2008
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- I have recently been diagnosed via dexascan and was prescribed monthly Actonel by my GYN. After a experiencing significant bone pain up to 10 days afterwards he has referred by to a rheumotologist, who ...
- By Bill2 · New reply August 21, 2008
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- Is anyone aware of a diagnostic center in the Washington, DC or Baltimore area that is receptive to male patients? When I received my first DEXA Scan at a facility in Annapolis, the reception I was given ...
- By sdivas · New reply August 1, 2008
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- Check www.kyphon.com for physicians in your area that do the procedure ...
- By Cher1 · New reply July 5, 2008
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- I am having trouble finding a doctor in my area, greater Sacramento area of California that specializes in, or is very familiar with osteoporosis. I have talked to my 3 physicians over the 2.5 years I ...
- By sdivas · Posted February 6, 2008
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- The state of Pennsylvania has a hotline referral program for osteoporosis 1-888-615-7477. Hope this information helps. Sandi ...
- By BikingBarbara · New reply February 2, 2008
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- Hi Cheryl, Re recommendations for a good osteoporosis physicians in the DC area - I would recommend Deborah Litman or Littman, Rheumatolgist at 5530 Wisconsin Avenue, 301-215-4167. I was impressed with ...
- By BikingBarbara · New reply January 31, 2008
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- Hi, Does anyone living in the DC metro area (DC, Maryland, Virginia) have a physician they would recommend for someone with severe osteoporosis. I found someone good but my insurance won't cover her ...
- By Southernlady · New reply January 25, 2008
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- When I was diagnosed with Osteoporosis in December 2006 I went to an OB/GYN who wanted me on Forteo.......that was scary since it has not been out long and then the shots were over my budget. Then I switched ...
- By sdivas · Posted January 20, 2008
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- In case this site is of help to anyone, please check www.NeedyMeds.com ...
- By James1 · Posted January 19, 2008
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- Hi everyone. I am a 34-year old male who was diagnosed with severe osteopenia (z score -1.8) which is right on the borderline of osteoporosis. This was finally diagnosed as a consequence of 5 stress fractures ...
- By sdivas · New reply January 12, 2008
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- With Lucy PT's permission, I am reposting information with subject name for community members to easily access. The Section on Geriatrics, American Physical Therapy Association, has means for locating ...
