Osteoporosis Specialist in NYC on Bone Loss - Dr. Steven R. Goldstein MD

Dr. Steven R. Goldstein MD

Dr. Steven R. Goldstein MD is the Co-Directory of Bone Densitometry and Body Composition at NYU Langone Medical Center and the top osteoporosis specialist in NYC, as one of the best gynecologists in NYC, Dr. Goldstein frequently encounters patients who are going through menopause stage of life and are prone to bone loss or osteoporosis due to a lack of estrogen. Supplementation is one of the most basic ways to address potential bone loss.

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Vitamin D is necessary for normal bone metabolism.  A recent study showed 48% of women on medication for osteoporosis had vitamin D levels insufficient for the medication to work properly (< 30pg/ml).

Dr. Goldstein recommends 1000-2000 International Units (IUs) of vitamin D3 daily, available as a stand-alone pill wherever you get supplements.  You can take too much so one dose is good, two is not better. 

Dr. Goldstein, a top osteoporosis specialist in NYC, always recommends to his older patients to have their vitamin D levels checked. If it is markedly low (<30) the treatment is a prescription strength of 50,000 IUs once per week for 12 weeks and then to recheck the blood level. 

Furthermore, vitamin D and exercise are also effective against sarcopenia, also known as muscle wasting. Sarcopenia is associated with a higher risk of falling and bone fractures.
As one gets older and estrogen levels are lower, muscle wasting (sarcopenia) occurs. Vitamin D has been proven to be an important factor in preventing muscle wasting, especially when combined with exercise.

Dr. Steven R. Goldstein MD is one of the nation’s top doctors in gynecology and one of the best gynecologists in NYC. He is also a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at New York University School of Medicine and is the Director of Gynecologic Ultrasound, NYU Langone Medical Center.
 
A Certified Menopause Practitioner and President of the International Menopause Society, Dr. Goldstein has decades of experience in dealing with menopausal patients who experience bone loss and muscle wasting (sarcopenia).
 
Dr. Goldstein is the recipient of the Thomas A. Clarkson award for many outstanding contributions to menopause-related clinical or basic science research. If you believe you are in the transition state for menopause or are already in menopause and are concerned about your bone health, arrange for an appointment with Dr. Goldstein, one of the best gynecologists in NYC by visiting his website at www.goldsteinmd.com.