Vertebral Compression Fractures
Webinar Series
Given the predominance of fractures occur in the spine (1.5 million per year in the US) and that many vertebral fractures are undetected/undiagnosed, this four part webinar series will focus on the challenges and opportunities in identifying and treating vertebral fractures which may include both surgical and pharmacologic intervention.
This four-part CME webinar series will be designed for health care professionals: spine neurosurgery and orthopedic surgeons, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other health care professionals.
Session 1: Vertebral Fractures 101
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 | 8-9 pm ET
This session will explore the prevalence of vertebral fractures and the key clinical signs that help clinicians recognize spine fractures early. Expert spine surgeons will discuss how they identify these injuries and determine when emergent intervention is required versus when planned surgical management is appropriate. The webinar will also highlight effective strategies for engaging and educating patients about the significant impact vertebral fractures can have on their health, mobility, and long-term outcomes.
Session 2: Pharmacologic Interventions for Vertebral Fractures Which Can Help Reduce the Risk of Future Vertebral or Other Fractures Due to Osteoporosis to Drive Secondary Prevention
Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 8-9 pm ET
This session will provide a comprehensive overview of current approaches to diagnosing osteoporosis and evaluating patients’ fracture risk. Faculty will discuss how fracture risk influences treatment selection and review the mechanisms of action and clinical indications for the major classes of osteoporosis medications. The session will also address strategies for recognizing and managing potential side effects to support safe and effective long-term therapy.
Session 3: Surgical Interventions for Vertebral Fractures
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | 8-9 pm ET
This session will examine key surgical interventions used in the management of spinal conditions, including kyphoplasty, vertebroplasty, lumbar fusion, and decompression. Experts will discuss the unique considerations involved in treating patients with osteoporotic spines, highlighting surgical decision-making, indications, and expected outcomes. Attendees will gain insight into optimizing procedural selection and improving results in this complex patient population.
Session 4: How to Set Up and Execute a Program to Identify and Treat Vertebral Fractures
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 8-9 pm ET
This session will focus on how to build an effective Fracture Liaison Service (FLS) or bone health clinic designed to identify and treat patients with vertebral fractures. Faculty will outline the key components of a successful program and provide practical, actionable steps for developing and implementing a coordinated care model that improves fracture detection, treatment initiation, and long-term patient outcomes.