Back Talk | Spine Education

Osteoporosis, also called the silent disease, has been estimated to affect 10 million Americans.  Another 34 million are projected to have low bone mass, according the National Osteoporosis Foundation. Needless to say, this critical topic will be discussed at Indiana Spine Group’s annual continuing medical education symposium Back Talk. This talk entitled The Silent Disease | Osteoporosis Updates will be presented by William Schmalz, MD, an internist from Bloomington, Ind.

During this talk, Dr. Schmalz will discuss the latest screening, diagnostic and treatment algorithms for osteopenia and osteoporosis, including the recommendations for various demographic groups, e.g. teenagers and young adults. Additionally, Dr. Schmalz will review the indications and contra-indications of medications and hormone replacement therapy in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis – and will address the menopausal and post-menopausal life stages.