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    RE: Hello Mandy

    By: Christopher Morris , 20 hours ago
    Posted in: Member Connect

    If you are looking to speak with someone about hip fracture prevention, you might reach out to Ron Hamdy; he remains active doing work in the realm of osteoporosis, and if he is not doing anything on that subject, would at least be able to direct you ...

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    RE: Hello Mandy

    By: Randy Glick , 2 days ago
    Posted in: Member Connect

    Dr. Piziak, Missed seeing you this year. The best way to post your message is just to go here ... Then "Post New Message" ...Create a catchy subject line then click "Send". Your message will go out to all SMA members! Thank you for being one of ...

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    Hello Mandy

    By: veronicapiziak , 8 days ago
    Posted in: Member Connect

    Great to read your biography! You have been a good friend since I joined the SMA in about 1982. Or 83? I am wondering if a one on SMA connect does any research in hip fracture prevention. I do and am looking for some other sites to work with. How would ...

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