Western Region
Overview
The Western New York Regional Osteoporosis Resource Center is a unique
linkage of local medical leaders with academic, community, and business
partners all focused on advancing osteoporosis education in Western
New York communities. The WNY Osteoporosis Resource Center has primary
affiliations with all of the major health systems, and County Health
Departments in Western New York as well as the University at Buffalo,
University of Rochester, and many other academic institutions. These
affiliations enhance the extensive medical, scientific, and research
basis of the WNY Osteoporosis Resource Center by contributing locally
specific insight and direction.
Partnerships
The WNY Osteoporosis Resource Center has a strong presence in the
8 counties of far Western New York, including partnerships with all
the major regional health systems, Universities, County Health Departments,
and health care agencies, and many Health Maintenance Organizations
(HMOs). The partnership is also enhanced by the participation of a
wide range of community interest groups and businesses. Program outreach
expansion efforts continue to strengthen the Center’s presence
in all 17 counties of Western New York.
Community Educational Services:
- Educational programs tailored to the age and interest of the
audience on osteoporosis health education, nutrition, and exercise.
- Regional seminars and conferences
- Literature on a variety of the latest prevention and treatment
topics
- Media awareness outreach, including print, radio, and television.
- The “Bone Phone” resource phone line
- Linkages to area medical resources
- Speakers Bureau available to speak on a variety of bone health
topics for community organizations
- Sponsor 3 WNY “Building Strength Together” Support
Groups with a 4th Group to be added this Spring.
Professional Educational Services:
- Regional conferences and seminars
- Sponsor the Bone Club of WNY bone and rheumatology specialty journal
group
- Risk Assessment tools
- Latest updates in osteoporosis
- Clinical practice resources
- Speakers Bureau
Outcome and Evaluation Services:
- Knowledge and Behavioral change assessments
- Professional evaluation and HMO Best Practice guidelines
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