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George Ioannidis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at McMaster University. His research focuses on osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and aging-related conditions such as frailty and fracture prevention. He leads studies like the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA), investigating associations between social isolation, sarcopenia, and bone health in older adults. His work integrates clinical practice with population health, emphasizing the development of evidence-based guidelines (e.g., 2023 Canadian Osteoporosis Guidelines) and innovative interventions like the Fit-Joints rehabilitation program for frail patients. He collaborates on projects such as the ViDOS initiative to improve osteoporosis management in long-term care settings.
Key research areas include: osteoporosis epidemiology, rheumatoid arthritis imaging, and geriatric care models. His articles analyze fracture risk prediction, bone density changes, and the impact of comorbidities like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) on bone health. He also explores technological solutions for mobility assessment in aging populations using indoor positioning systems and radar-based monitoring.
Ioannidis has contributed to over 200 publications since 1997, with recent emphasis on frailty indices, dementia-friendly communities, and the effects of dance-based interventions on cognitive function. He actively participates in clinical trials addressing gaps in osteoporosis treatment adherence and fracture liaison services.
