Dr. Chad Walker

10/20/2025

A friendly reminder to make sure you’re up to date with your bone health screenings! If you’ve been diagnosed with osteoporosis and have questions about treatment options a rheumatologist can help!

October 20th is World Osteoporosis Day! Join us for a weeklong Q&A: Ask the Experts – A Provider's Perspective will take place October 20– 24, 2025, in the online Bone Health and Osteoporosis Community hosted by Inspire. Learn from Patricia Donohue, NP, and Tara Knight, DNP, as they share what to expect during a bone health appointment and offer tips for your bone health journey: https://www.bonehealthandosteoporosis.org/world-osteoporosis-day

09/11/2025

08/23/2025

If you are living with an autoimmune disease, vaccines are an important part of keeping you healthy. Here is a great reference regarding which vaccines you should be getting and which vaccines you may need to avoid. If you’re unsure of which vaccines are best for you, talk with your rheumatologist.

Learn more about the the new ACR guidelines for vaccinations for patients living with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.

08/17/2025

I’m frequently asked about supplements for arthritis. Here’s a great summary.

In an era where there is a new supplement, herb or vitamin marketed at a rapid rate, it can be confusing to consider alternative medicine.

08/12/2025

Looking for a fun way to get some more movement in your day? Maybe Pickleball is for you…

07/17/2025

This is a good read and a reminder that osteoporosis management involves more than just medication.

You can help prevent falls and life-changing fractures