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Racial/Ethnic Differences in BMD and Fracture Rates, Dispelling Myths (On-Demand)
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Activity approved for 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
Activity approved for 0.75 ASRT Category A Credits
Activity Expires July 14, 2027
Activity Description
In this session, I will be examining differences in bone mineral density (BMD) and fracture risks in different racial and ethnic populations. BMD is determined by a complex interplay of genetic factors, lifestyle, hormonal levels, and physical characteristics, with approximately 60% to 80% of peak bone mass variance attributed to genetics. Race and ethnicity are significant independent determinants of BMD, influencing peak bone mass, rate of bone loss, and overall fracture risk. I will also be discussing how this information can be used to translate to better patient care.
Learning Objectives
- Understand that race and ethnicity are significant determinants of BMD and fracture risks
- Explain why these differences may create myths and affect care
- Individualize osteoporosis treatments based on race and ethnicity
Instructions
Clinicians and Technologists are required to answer a set of online test questions following the review of the video and will have up to three attempts to answer questions correctly before losing credit for the activity. Once the activity test has been passed (75% or higher), you will be asked to evaluate the activity online and then be allowed to claim credit and print certificates.
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Cancellation Policy
On-Demand/ Enduring Material Cancellation
Purchases of on-demand or enduring educational materials are non-refundable.
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ISCD reserves the right to cancel the program, change dates, and/or the location/method of offering. All program fees will be refunded if a program is canceled unless the registered participant elects to transfer to another program.
Joint Accreditation Statement

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Amedco LLC and ISCD. Amedco LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
Amedco LLC designates this live activity for a maximum of 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
ASRT Credit Designation
This activity has been approved by ASRT for 0.75 Category A continuing education credits.
Date of Original Release and most recent Review or Update
This activity was most recently reviewed and released on July 15th, 2026.
Angela M. Cheung, MD, PhD, FRCPC
Professor of Medicine
University of Toronto, Canada
Dr. Angela M. Cheung is Professor of Medicine, KY and Betty Ho Chair of Integrative Medicine at University of Toronto (UT) and Senior Physician Scientist at University Health Network (UHN). She is the Founding Director of University Health Network Osteoporosis Program and the Founding Director of University of Toronto Centre of Excellence in Skeletal Health Assessment (CESHA). She currently holds a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Musculoskeletal and Postmenopausal Health. She has won other awards over the years, including the ASBMR Gideon Rodan Mentorship award, ECTS research excellence award, Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Senior Investigator award, and the Canadian Society of Internal Medicine (CSIM) David Sackett Senior Investigator award. She is President of the International Society of Clinical Densitometry, member of International Osteoporosis Foundation Council of Scientific Advisors, and past chair of Osteoporosis Canada Scientific Advisory Council. She obtained her M.D. from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 1988, and her PhD from Harvard University in 1997. She is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada and has been in clinical practice for >35 years.
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Course Changes or Cancellations
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