Helen and Michelle, a mother and daughter navigating osteoporosis together, join BHOF CEO Claire Gill on the latest episode of Bone Talk. What began as a fall at a summer concert became a turning point that reshaped how their family thinks about bone health. Michelle initially believed her arm could not really be broken after what seemed like a minor fall, but X-rays confirmed the fracture and forced her to reconsider something she had long associated with much older women. Together, Helen and Michelle discuss the role of family history, the importance of self-advocacy, and why bone health should be part of family conversations long before a fracture occurs.
On this episode of Bone Talk, Claire Gill sits down with Dr. Jaimo Ahn, an orthopedic trauma surgeon specializing in hip, pelvic, and complex fracture care, to discuss why hip fractures are far more serious than many people realize—and what patients and families need to know immediately after a fall.
On this episode of Bone Talk, BHOF CEO Claire Gill sits down with physical therapist and bone health specialist Kavita Patel for an in-depth conversation on fall prevention—one of the most critical and often overlooked aspects of bone health and osteoporosis care. With decades of clinical experience, Kavita shares why preventing falls is just as important as treating fractures, and how small, practical changes can significantly reduce risk while helping people stay active and independent.
On this episode of BoneTalk, BHOF CEO Claire Gill talks with Natasha Williams, CEO of Phoenix Hipwear and a member of BHOF’s Corporate Advisory Roundtable. For more than a decade, Natasha has led innovations in hip fracture prevention, starting with a soft hip protector that became New Zealand’s market leader and a preferred choice in U.S. senior care communities. Most recently, she and her team launched Phoenix Hipwear Active, designed for women 55+ who want to stay active through walking, hiking, biking, traveling, and pickleball while reducing their fracture risk. Claire and Natasha discuss this new product, the technology behind it, and how it’s helping women protect their independence and live vibrant, active lives.
On this inspiring episode of Bone Talk, BHOF CEO Claire Gill welcomes author, advocate, and former BHOF trustee Barbara Hannah Grufferman to share how walking can help transform bone health, boost connections, and reshape how we age. After a wake-up call about her own low bone density, Barbara became a passionate advocate for movement, aging well, and building community. She’s completed 17 marathons since turning 50 and now serves as Special Advisor to the BHOF Board and Team Captain of the Be Bone Strong™ initiative, leading efforts to launch walking clubs nationwide while proving that fitness can be fun, inclusive, and doable at any age.
On today's episode of Bone Talk, BHOF CEO Claire Gill speaks with Dr. Pamela Peeke, a renowned expert in integrative and preventive medicine, as well as the Chief Medical Officer for Bone Health Technologies and CEO of the Peeke Performance Center for Healthy Living. Their conversation explores the critical connection between physical activity, exercise, and bone health. Dr. Peeke also shares her insights on how we can build and maintain strong bones.
On this episode of Bone Talk, we explore the remarkable benefits of prunes for overall wellness and bone health. Join BHOF CEO Claire Gill and Dr. Shirin Hooshmand, a registered dietitian and professor of nutrition at San Diego State University. Together, they explore Dr. Hooshmand's research in nutritional factors that influence aging and how prunes can support bone health.
On this episode of Bone Talk, we're diving into the fascinating world of sleep, and its irreplaceable role in our well-being, with the incredible Dr. Whitney Roban. Dr. Roban is a renowned sleep expert, author, and the founder of Solve Our Sleep, a company that helps people of all ages to get well-rested. Her mission is to provide the sleep education and support we need to not only survive, but to thrive.
Today on Bone Talk, BHOF CEO Claire Gill leads a discussion around the pivotal role that pharmacists play in pain management, especially for individuals with chronic conditions like osteoporosis. Joining Claire are two distinguished guests: Josh Rimany, a pharmacist and active member of the National Community Pharmacists Association, and Dr. Kathleen Shoemaker, a trustee at the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF).
On this episode of Bone Talk, BHOF CEO Claire Gill talks with Dr. Connie Weaver about vital nutrients that promote good bone health. Dr. Weaver is a Distinguished Research Professor at San Diego State University’s School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences. Dr. Weaver has been involved in NIH and USDA funded-research studies of diet interventions for over 30 years. She has led many randomized, controlled trials in children and adults with health and disease risk reduction outcomes, especially related to bone and heart. She has focused on mineral absorption and metabolism and subgroup differences, and her work has contributed to setting nutrient requirements for adolescents in North America. She has also been involved in creating guidelines for best practices in human nutrition research, programs for children, nutrient recommendations, and food policy guidance.
Joining us on this episode of BoneTalk is Brittany Pabon, a Physical Therapist at Lee Health, Outpatient Rehabilitation Services at Cape Coral Hospital in Florida. Brittany is a BoneFit Trainer certified through BHOF. BoneFit is an evidence-based exercise training workshop designed for healthcare professionals and exercise specialists to provide training on the most appropriate, safe and effective methods for working with people who have osteoporosis. Brittany tells us about how working with a physical therapist can help you maintain your independence with osteoporosis, when it might be time to see a physical therapist, and what an evaluation may look like.
The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) can only do the work it does with the generosity of its supporters, ambassadors, and donors. And today we’re honored to have with us BHOF Ambassador Iris Apfel. Ms. Apfel is an amazing businesswoman, interior designer, and fashion icon. On this episode, we hear all about Ms. Apfel’s colorful career, her legendary style, and her own journey with osteoporosis. Her personal experience has made her a staunch advocate for osteoporosis and bone health awareness, and a generous donor to BHOF. We are very grateful for her support and her willingness to help educate others about the importance of good bone health.
Joining us on this episode of Bone Talk is Dr. Steven Ing. Dr. Ing specializes in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, with a special focus on Metabolic Bone Disorders, Calcium Disorders and Osteoporosis. He practices primarily in Columbus, Ohio, and is affiliated with Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Dr. Ing graduated from the NYU School of Medicine and completed his training at Johns Hopkins Hospital and the Hospital of the University Pennsylvania.
On this episode of Bone Talk, we’re excited to be talking to Dr. Ellen Albertson, aka The Midlife Whisperer™. Dr. Albertson is a psychologist, registered dietitian, health and wellness coach, Reiki master, and mindful self-compassion teacher. With over 30 years of experience in counseling, coaching, and healing, she brings a holistic approach to her transformational work. Her latest book, Rock Your Midlife: 7 Steps to Transform Yourself and Make Your Next Chapter Your Best Chapter, is a must-read for anyone seeking to unlock their full potential.
Joining us on this is episode of Bone Talk is Dr. Nicole Wright, an associate professor in the Department of Epidemiology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Her research focuses on musculoskeletal epidemiology, osteoporosis outcomes research, and racial disparities in osteoporosis and its management. She is a staunch advocate for osteoporosis awareness and currently sits on the Board of Directors of the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation.
On this episode of Bone Talk, we’re settling right into the new year. Did you know that some studies suggest that up to 80% of people quit their New Year’s resolutions by mid-February? When it comes to your health, now is a good time to look at your long-term objectives and identify the “power moves” you can focus on to achieve your goals for a full year of health.
On this “gratitude-themed” episode of BoneTalk we talk with Claire Gill, CEO of the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation, about how gratitude is part of the culture at BHOF. Research has shown that having an “attitude of gratitude” is not only good for us emotionally, but physically too! An attitude of gratitude means making the conscious habit of expressing appreciation on a regular basis for big and small things alike. When we do this, and practice it, it becomes a healthy habit.
On this episode of Bone Talk, Heidi Skolnik talks with Penelope Wasserman, founder of Million Dollar Bones, a program that aims to educate teens about the importance of bone health, and president of Sea and Flour, a company that is the first to integrate seaweed into the commercial baking process. As a member of the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation’s Ambassadors Leadership Council, Penelope is a passionate advocate for bone health awareness and prevention.
On this episode of Bone Talk, BHOF CEO Claire Gill is joined by Colleen Avis to discuss the value of a mindfulness practice to help manage stress and promote healing. Colleen is not only an integrative life coach who helps people find clarity and focus, she’s also a certified Chopra Life Coach, yoga teacher, and practitioner of Ayurveda and NLP. Her book, Sacred Spaces: Subtle Shifts for Mind, Body, and Home Transformation, opens you to what’s possible and teaches you how to develop strategies for living a full and satisfying life. Her approach to mindfulness embraces the whole person. She believes the mind, body, and soul are beautifully intertwined.
Joining us on this episode of Bone Talk is Dr. John Neustadt, a researcher and renowned integrative medical expert. In 2005, he founded Montana Integrative Medicine in Bozeman, Montana, specializing in hard-to-treat, chronic degenerative diseases through an integrative approach that emphasized identifying and treating the underlying causes of disease. He is currently the Founder and President of Nutritional Biochemistry, Inc., a dietary supplement company. Dr. Neustadt is passionate about research and education. He’s published more than 100 research reviews and has written four books, including his most recent, Fracture-Proof Your Bones: A Comprehensive Guide to Osteoporosis.
On this episode of Bone Talk, BHOF CEO Claire Gill talks to Dr. Rodrigo Valderrábano. His research focus is on metabolic bone disease and during his time as a research fellow at Stanford University, he was awarded the Endocrine Society’s Outstanding Abstract award and the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research’s Young Investigator award for his work studying the links between bone health and hematopoiesis in older men. He continues his research efforts with the ultimate goal of further delineating treatable risk factors for osteoporosis and devising non-pharmacologic treatment strategies for osteoporosis such as rehabilitation and exercise.
We all know that exercise is an important part of healthy living. It’s key in maintaining bone health too. Sometimes knowing is not enough. We have good intentions but can let regular exercise slide off the radar. On this episode of Bone Talk, BHOF CEO Claire Gill is talks with Barbara Hannah Grufferman, a nationally recognized advocate for positive living, about how to get back on track with an exercise program. Barbara is also the author of several award winning books and is the Team Captain of the BHOF “Be Bone Strong” Team.
Joining us on this episode of Bone Talk is Wendy Kaplan, a registered dietitian nutritionist specializing in oncology, weight management, and endocrinology. She believes that good nutrition before, during and after cancer treatment makes a difference in how people feel during and how they respond to treatment. Her passion in helping people optimize their overall well-being is so inspiring as she shares her knowledge to help patients reach their nutritional goals.
Dr. Orlando Ortiz joins us on this episode of Bone Talk to discuss vertebral and spine health. Vertebral compression fractures can happen from too much pressure on the vertebral body. This usually results from a combination of bending forward and downward pressure on the spine. Osteoporosis is often a contributing factor.
