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CONTACT INFORMATION:
For an Appointment
501-686-8000
Location
UAMS Outpatient Center, 2nd Floor
Room 2-P
Hours
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More than 10 million Americans have osteoporosis, and another 34 million have low bone mass that puts them at risk for developing the disease that weakens bones. Osteoporosis is often called a "silent disease" because you might not notice symptoms before a bone fracture occurs.
The doctors and registered nurses in the Osteoporosis and Metabolic Bone Disease Clinic at UAMS are dedicated to helping you maintain strong, healthy bones. Our goal is to detect bone loss as early as possible and then help you successfully manage the condition.
Fortunately, osteoporosis is easily diagnosed with a quick and simple, painless bone density test (also called bone densitometry). All of our patients receive this important test as part of a thorough initial examination and follow-up evaluations.
Our caring and compassionate doctors also provide expert diagnosis and treatment for conditions such as:
As a patient, you'll benefit from the internationally recognized expertise of the UAMS Center for Osteoporosis and Metabolic
Bone Diseases. Under the direction of Dr. Stavros Manolagas, our center has become one of the largest bone research facilities in the nation.
Please contact us to learn more about our services.
