February 8, 2012


health families

Health Tip: OSI rule

Discuss increased risks with your doctor. You may be at greater risk for fractures if you are older than 65, have broken a bone after age 50, have relatives with a broken bone, have certain medical conditions (for example, hyperthyroidism or arthritis) and have take certain prescription medications (for example, thyroid medicine or oral glucocorticoids).

Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Bone Health and Osteoporosis: A Report of the Surgeon General.

Our Doctors

Charles Orth, D.O.

Charles Orth, D.O. Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine: University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine

Undergraduate Degree: Avila College, Radiologic Technology

Internship: Tulsa Regional Medical Center, Tulsa, Okla.

Residency: University of Health Sciences, Kansas City, Mo.

Board Certification: American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery

Assistant Professor of Surgery: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences

For more information from Dr. Orth, visit www.drcharlesorth.com.

If you have questions about any health or financial concern, please call the OSI Group at 816-459-7500 (North Kansas City) or 816-220-8727 (Blue Springs).