Specialties & Services

Bone and Mineral Health

It’s normal to feel overwhelmed or alarmed if you have an endocrine condition affecting your bone and mineral health. BJC HealthCare endocrinologists are equipped to help and are here for you. You receive expert care that’s compassionate and customized for your specific healthcare needs. 

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Why choose us for bone and mineral health?

BJC HealthCare works with WashU Medicine physicians, BJC Medical Group, and providers across the region to deliver extraordinary care. Our specialists at the Bone Health Program at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and WashU Medicine treat even the most complex metabolic bone diseases. 

With us, you can expect:

National recognition: You can be confident you’re receiving the highest level of care at our program. U.S. News and World Report consistently ranks our Endocrinology and Diabetes care among the top in the U.S. 
World-renowned specialists: Our endocrinologists are respected specialists in their field. They have completed years of intensive subspecialty training, so they can handle any metabolic bone condition with the expertise you deserve.
Advanced testing: Our team provides leading-edge bone density scans for the most accurate diagnosis. Our scans use the lowest doses of radiation and provide detailed information about your bone health.
Team approach: You have access to a complete team that creates your personalized bone health plan. We also help you access seamless care from registered dietitians, orthopedic surgeons, and others.

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Our highly trained team of specialists offers advanced treatments as well as compassionate, personalized care.

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Bone and mineral health services and treatments

Many hormone-related conditions can lead to bone loss or calcium imbalances. Our endocrinologists focus on preserving your existing bone density and preventing future bone loss. Your plan may include:

Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA)

DEXA scans are a painless, noninvasive way to collect detailed information about your bone health. We do not use injections or dyes in DEXA scans.

Medication plan

Our specialists evaluate your test results and determine the underlying cause of bone loss. Then, we recommend an effective treatment plan that works for you.