Rikke Viggers

Rikke Viggers, MD, is an Associate Professor at Aalborg University Hospital affiliated with The Faculty of Medicine and the Department of Endocrinology, Steno Diabetes Center North Denmark. She focuses on diabetes-related bone complications, including osteoporosis, fracture risk, and metabolic bone diseases in both Type 1 and 2 diabetes.

• Academic Rank: Associate Professor
• University: Aalborg University
• Department: Endocrinology, Steno Diabetes Center North Denmark

Research Focus

Her research explores the interplay between diabetes and bone health, prioritizing:

• Bone properties in Type 1 diabetes
• Bone microarchitecture in Type 2 diabetes
• Fracture risk associated with GLP-1 receptor agonists
• Systematic reviews on BMD and diabetes complications
• Prediabetes and bone strength
• HRpQCT imaging applications

Publications

With 34 research outputs since 2016, her recent work (2024–2025) includes systematic reviews, observational studies, and collaborative projects with institutions like Maastricht University and Aalborg University Hospital. Key topics: GLP-1 receptor agonists, bone mineral density, and diabetes-related fragility fractures.

Media Impact

Her research on diabetes and bone health was highlighted in 2023 press coverage (e.g., Endnu et lægemiddel mod knogleskørhed sænker potentielt risiko for diabetes).