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Osteoporosis Prevention & Education ProgramThe New York State Osteoporosis Prevention and Education Program at
Glens Falls Hospital (NYSOPEP) is a program at Glens Falls Hospital.
The Northeastern Regional Osteoporosis Resource Center,
a service of Glens Falls Hospital, (NERORC) provides state-of-the-art screening services, educational programs and prevention
services in Saratoga, Warren, Washington, Essex, Clinton, Franklin and
Hamilton counties, located in
northeastern New York
state. The Regional Osteoporosis
Center works collaboratively with the Adirondack Regional
Osteoporosis Coalition (AdROC), health service providers, public health
departments, community based organizations, schools, nursing homes, and
other community resources to provide the community with the tools and
knowledge necessary to reduce the incidence of osteoporosis. Services
Bone Density TestingRadiology
technologists, who are certified by the International Society of
Clinical Densitometry, work closely with experienced physicians using
state of the art densiometers to measure bone mass.
The team also uses a custom made screening survey, which takes
into account the patient’s medical history, current medication intake,
diet and exercise habits and other known risk factors to better evaluate
each patient’s bone health and potential risk for osteoporosis.
The results of these tests are then evaluated and recommendations
for optimal bone health are tailored to each patient’s individualized
need, including such interventions as medication therapy, nutritional
counseling, physical therapy and comprehensive exercise programs. Glens Falls Hospital, in conjunction with AdROC, is also able to provide a mobile ultrasound bone density-screening program. This service is available with technical support and interpretation for on-site testing in physician’s offices, nursing homes and other facilities. Please
call 518-926-5919 or 1-866-247-8759
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Provide community-based, population-specific media campaigns and
public education programs. |
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Maintain a toll-free osteoporosis information hotline. |
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Present regional, community based training workshops and seminars. |
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Disseminate self-risk assessment tools in project areas. |
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Maintain an osteoporosis Education and Awareness web page. |
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Collaborate with Osteobusters Exercise Programs. |
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Facilitate support groups for people with osteoporosis. |
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Collaborate with other chronic disease coalitions and programs to
develop a unified and cohesive message for overall health and
well-being. |
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Conduct “train the trainer” programs for community volunteers. |
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Publicize Wellness Center Programs. |
Professional
Education
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Conduct CME programs and Grand Rounds Programs. |
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Sponsor Annual Osteoporosis Prevention and Treatment Conferences. |
The Glens Falls Hospital/NYSOPEP
Team Includes:
Principal Investigator/Project Director:
Patricia Hale, PhD, MD
Vice President of Community Services: Jean Huntington
NYSOPEP Program Coordinator: Kelly Pilkey