International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD)

08/25/2026

Register now for the livestream DXA Body Composition Analysis Course on November 7. This course supports healthcare professionals in successfully using DXA body composition analysis in the management of obesity, geriatric sarcopenia and other low muscle mass states, general health and pediatric skeletal disease.

Faculty will present live, share case studies and answer questions as time allows. Don't miss it! https://learn.iscd.org/products/november-2026-dxa-body-composition-analysis -product_tab_overview

08/05/2026

Have you explored ISCD's on-demand educational modules through the ISCD Learning Center? New modules are added monthly!

"Racial/Ethnic Differences in BMD and Fracture Rates, Dispelling Myths" with Dr. Angela M. Cheung, MD, PhD, FRCPC was recently added. In this session, Dr. Cheung will examine differences in bone mineral density (BMD) and fracture risks in different racial and ethnic populations.
https://okt.to/bUy7Sl

07/20/2026

Our next Quality Bone Densitometry Course for Technologists is happening Sept. 26 - 27. Register now to reserve your spot!
https://learn.iscd.org/products/september-2026-quality-bone-densitometry-performance-interpretation-and-clinical-application-for-technologists

After completing the course, participants will be prepared to perform high-quality DXA scanning and analysis, apply quality assurance practices, assess fracture risk, and recognize technical or clinical factors that affect bone density results. They will also be able to identify and resolve scan errors, use DXA software effectively, and provide accurate information to support clinical interpretation and patient care.

07/13/2026

Save the date to join us for the 2027 ISCD Position Development and Musculoskeletal Health Conference April 15 - 17, 2027!

The Conference will be held at the Royal Sonesta Downtown in Minneapolis, MN. We look forward to gathering face to face for educational sessions, exhibit hall, networking opportunities and the position development conference (PDC). A hybrid option will be available for those unable to join us in-person. ISCD plans to offer both ACCME and ASRT Continuing Education Credits.
https://learn.iscd.org/ISCD2027

07/10/2026

Tech Talk: Making the Most of Your Patient’s Time with Dr. Leah Prestbo, MD, CCD is now available on-demand in the ISCD Learning Center.
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This session will prepare DXA technologists to effectively support patient education and engagement within their professional scope of practice. Participants will explore strategies for appropriate technologist–patient communication related to fracture prevention, bone health, nutrition, supplementation, and lifestyle modification, with emphasis on the use of motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive health behaviors. The program will also guide technologists in identifying reliable patient education materials suitable for distribution in the DXA setting. In addition, participants will review the role of physical activity and weight-bearing exercise in maintaining bone and muscle health, enabling technologists to reinforce consistent, evidence-based messaging while supporting referring provider recommendations.

06/29/2026

Summer is already flying by and September is right around the corner! Register to join us for the ISCD Quality Bone Densitometry Course Sept. 26 - 27.

Attendees will gain practical, evidence-based insights into the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of osteoporosis across the lifespan. Strengthen your understanding of DXA, explore current pharmacologic therapies, and learn how to apply clinical guidelines to reduce fracture risk and improve patient outcomes.
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06/22/2026

Did you know that ISCD has FREE educational resources including Basic and Advanced on-demand modules available for both Hologic and GE Lunar users?

The basics module will discuss the foundation of positioning, technique, and analysis. The advanced module will focus on challenges, anomalies and atypical anatomy. Access the free modules: https://okt.to/YbeZCE

06/01/2026

This weekend we are hosting livestream Quality Bone Densitometry Courses for both Clinicians and Technologists respectively.

Master the latest evidence-based approaches to osteoporosis care—from accurate DXA interpretation and fracture risk assessment to emerging guidelines and advanced treatment strategies at our Clinicians Course. Attendees earn up to 13 continuing education credits.

Register: https://learn.iscd.org/products/june-2026-quality-bone-densitometry-performance-interpretation-and-clinical-application-for-clinicians

June 6 & 7 is our next Quality Bone Densitometry course for Clinicians. The first day sets the standard to perform Quality DXA interpretation. Day 2 focuses on the clinical assessment, prevention, treatment and management of osteoporosis and the essential role that high-quality DXA plays in treatment initiation decisions and monitoring of osteoporotic patients. Register today! https://learn.iscd.org/products/june-2026-quality-bone-densitometry-performance-interpretation-and-clinical-application-for-clinicians -product_tab_overview

05/29/2026

Did you know women in the U.S. aged 55 or older experience a fracture every 20 seconds? Despite these numbers, osteoporosis continues to be widely underestimated.

This Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month, ISCD is proud to partner with the Osteoporosis Action Network to improve diagnosis, prevention, and treatment to drive
meaningful action.

Learn more about our commitment to improving osteoporosis care through patient resources that we’ve developed in our Resources section of our website: https://iscd.org/resources/category/patient-resources/

05/27/2026

The ISCD Vertebral Fracture Recognition Course is available on-demand through the ISCD Learning Center. Dr. John Schousboe, MD, PhD, CCD delivers three recorded lectures that you can view at your own pace and earn up to 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

This advanced densitometry course focuses on how vertebral fracture imaging advances the diagnosis and treatment of patients at risk of osteoporotic fractures. https://learn.iscd.org/products/vertebral-fracture-recognition -product_tab_overview