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Anna Spångeus is a Senior Associate Professor specializing in internal medicine and endocrinology at Linköping University. Her research predominantly focuses on bone health, emphasizing the prevention of osteoporosis and related fractures. Osteoporosis is characterized by skeletal failure, making bones susceptible to fractures from low-energy trauma. To assess bone health, Spångeus employs Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DXA) to measure bone density, complemented by qualitative assessments of trabecular and cortical properties. She highlights the prevalence of underdiagnosed and undertreated osteoporosis, leading to significant healthcare costs and substantial morbidity. Spångeus advocates for Fracture Liaison Services (FLS) to identify and treat individuals at risk of osteoporosis effectively. She has held various academic and clinical positions, including Senior Consultant and Associate Professor roles. Her teaching contributions include lectures and seminars on calcium disorders within the medical program. Spångeus has supervised multiple PhD candidates and received notable accolades for her teaching excellence.
Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden
Senior Associate Professor in internal medicine and endocrinology.
Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden
Consultant specializing in internal medicine and endocrinology.
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