Shifting bisphosphonate prescribing patterns for fracture prevention: A 24-year national surveillance of men in the U.S. Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: In the U.S's largest integrated health system, during a 24-year period (1999-2022), bisphosphonate treatment initiation for fracture prevention in men shifted towards …

High disease activity is associated with incident osteoporotic fractures among Veterans with rheumatoid arthritis

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) increases osteoporosis and fracture risk. The relationship between disease activity and fracture is not well characterized. We aimed …

The association of SGLT2i vs DPP4i on fracture: A cohort study in Veterans with diabetes

Abstract: Background: Increased bone turnover is associated with use of SGLT2i. Patients with diabetes experience adverse effects on bone metabolism. Our aim was to evaluate if …

Post-traumatic osteoarthritis, psychological health, and quality of life after lower limb injury in US service members

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The aims of this project were to assess (1) the prevalence and timing of post-traumatic osteoarthritis (PTOA) after a traumatic lower limb injury, (2) the …