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189. GLP-1 Therapy and Bone Density: Separating Signal from Noise with Dr. Sandra Cortina

The Obesity Doctor Podcast··5 August 2026·30 min

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Do GLP-1 medications affect bone health? GLP-1 medications have transformed obesity treatment, but they've also sparked important questions about bone health, bone density, and fracture risk. In this episode, I’m joined by obesity medicine specialist Dr. Sandra Cortina to unpack what the current evidence actually shows about bone health during GLP-1 therapy. We separate evidence from headlines and explore how clinicians and patients can make informed decisions while balancing the substantial benefits of GLP-1 therapy with potential risks. This is a nuanced, evidence-based conversation for anyone interested in the science of obesity treatment. Find Dr. Cortina: Instagram @cortinaweightmedicine Website www.cortinaweightmedicine.ca in British Columbia, Canada Home Exercises Referenced by Dr. Cortina: https://www.youtube.com/@silversneakers