Carolyn Crandall

Dr. Carolyn Crandall, an internist and osteoporosis researcher at UCLA, shares her expertise on osteoporosis and menopause. She highlights the importance of early screening to prevent fractures and offers patient-friendly explanations for complex concepts. The discussion covers treatment decisions, emphasizing the balance between fracture risk and medication side effects. Crandall also explores adherence strategies and the role of lifestyle changes in prevention, stressing that primary care physicians must prioritize high-risk patients and initial fractures.