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01-12-2016 | Position Paper

The National Osteoporosis Foundation’s methods and processes for developing position statements

Authors: Taylor C. Wallace, Douglas C. Bauer, Robert F. Gagel, Susan L. Greenspan, Joan M. Lappe, Meryl S. LeBoff, Robert R. Recker, Kenneth G. Saag, Andrea J. Singer

Published in: Archives of Osteoporosis | Issue 1/2016

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The methods and processes described in this manuscript have been approved and adopted by the NOF Board of Trustees on November 11, 2015. This manuscript has been peer-reviewed by the NOF Research Committee and Osteoporosis International.

The National Osteoporosis Foundation frequently publishes position statements for the benefit of educating healthcare professionals and the general public on a particular issue and/or concern related to preventing osteoporosis and/or promoting strong bones throughout the lifespan. This manuscript represents the official methods and processes adopted by the NOF Board of Trustees for the purpose developing future position statements in a transparent and unbiased manner.

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Title: The National Osteoporosis Foundation’s methods and processes for developing position statements
Authors: Taylor C. Wallace
Douglas C. Bauer
Robert F. Gagel
Susan L. Greenspan
Joan M. Lappe
Meryl S. LeBoff
Robert R. Recker
Kenneth G. Saag
Andrea J. Singer
Publication date: 01-12-2016
Publisher: Springer London
Published in: Archives of Osteoporosis / Issue 1/2016
Print ISSN: 1862-3522
Electronic ISSN: 1862-3514
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11657-016-0276-1

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