What type of doctor typically treats osteoporosis?

Various types: Many primary care physicians treat osteoporosis. Endocrinologists and rheumatologists generally have the most training in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of osteoporosis.

Rheumatologist: There are many doctors that can treat thin bones - rheumatologist will not only treat the thin bones but we will also try and find the cause.

Gynecologists...: ...And endocrinologists. Post-menopausal osteoporosis is caused by the natural sex hormone deficiency resulting from ovarian follicular cessation. Hormone science is the fundamental basis of the specialty of endocrinology and the sex hormones in particular are the special interest of gynecologists.

Many: Start first with your primary care physician. He/she is the one who knows you best. If necessary, she/he will refer you to the appropriate specialist (endo, gyn, rheumatologists, orthopedic, women health...). It's very important to try to find the cause of the osteoporosis rather than just jump directly to treatment.