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What to Expect After A Hip Fracture

What to Expect After A Hip Fracture

Original Air Date : February 11, 2025

Original Air Date : February 11, 2025

Hip fractures are unexpected and can lead to complications. Breaking your hip is not something you can plan for, but should you or a loved one be in a position where you need care it’s important that you have the essential information to help you navigate healthcare needs.

Join Dr. Jenny Thain, Geriatrician and Associate Professor within the Division of Geriatric Medicine, Western University who will discuss why and how a hip fracture occurs, the need for surgery, what to expect post-surgery, how to protect from further fractures and more.


PRESENTERS

Dr. Jenny Thain

Dr. Jenny Thain

BMed Sci, BM BS, MRCP
Dr. Jenny Thain is a Geriatrician and Associate Professor within the Division of Geriatric Medicine, Western University. Her areas of clinical interest include osteoporosis and bone health, with a particular interest in orthogeriatric hip fracture care. She is a member of the Osteoporosis Canada Scientific Advisory Council, Chair of the Canadian Geriatrics Society Osteoporosis and Bone Health Special Interest Group, and a member of the Fragility Fracture Network Scientific Committee, North American Steering Committee and Board of Directors. Dr. Thain is a co-author on the Canadian Position Paper addressing post hip fracture orthogeriatric care. She is also active in medical education and is the program director of the Western Geriatric Medicine Residency Program and Orthogeriatric Fellowship.

MODERATORS

Kerry Grady

Kerry Grady

MHSC, Senior Manager, Scientific and Clinical Programs, Osteoporosis Canada

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