OsteoConnections values collaboration and knowledge exchange. By partnering with leading organizations, we strengthen the network of professionals working to improve bone health, reduce fractures, and advance research and clinical care. Explore our partner networks:
Osteoporosis Canada is the only national organization serving people who have, or are at risk of, osteoporosis. They provide education, advocacy, and support, as well as resources for healthcare professionals to improve diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis across the country.
International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF)
The IOF is the world’s largest nongovernmental organization dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoporosis and related musculoskeletal diseases. Their global reach connects researchers, clinicians, and patient societies to improve bone health and quality of life worldwide.
International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD)
The ISCD promotes excellence in skeletal health assessment. Through education, certification, and standards development, they equip healthcare providers with the knowledge and skills needed to optimize patient care and advance research in bone densitometry and related fields.
Fragility Fracture Network (FFN)
The FFN is a global network of healthcare professionals focused on improving multidisciplinary care for people who suffer fragility fractures. They support best practices, foster collaboration, and promote system-level change to enhance outcomes for this growing patient population.
Patient Networks
PiPER (Patients in Partnership for Education & Research)
PiPER is a national network of individuals living with osteoporosis who contribute their lived experience to shape research, advocacy, and education. By ensuring that patient voices are at the center of decision-making, PiPER strengthens the connection between science and real-world patient needs.
COIS (Comité Ostéoporose et Info-Santé)
COIS is a Francophone patient-led group that provides education, resources, and support to those affected by osteoporosis. Their mission is to empower patients through shared knowledge and advocacy, while also ensuring that Francophone perspectives are represented in national initiatives.
CFOPN (Canadian Francophone Osteoporosis Patient Network)
The CFOPN unites Francophone patients across Canada to raise awareness, provide peer support, and promote access to culturally and linguistically relevant resources. By amplifying patient voices, the network ensures that the unique needs of Francophone communities are recognized in education, policy, and research.
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