Gina N. Woods, MD

Gina Woods, MD, is a board-certified endocrinologist who treats people with osteoporosis and other metabolic bone diseases. Dr. Woods directs the osteoporosis program at UC San Diego Health. She works with individuals to preserve bone health, prevent fractures, and manage osteoporosis care with treatments that may include diet modification, exercise and medication.

As an associate professor in the Department of Medicine's Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Dr. Woods trains medical students, residents and fellows at UC San Diego School of Medicine. She conducts research on bone marrow adiposity and its effects on skeletal health. Her other interests include calcium and vitamin D, topics about which she has lectured at professional conferences.

Dr. Woods completed a residency in internal medicine and clinical and research fellowships in endocrinology at UC San Diego School of Medicine. She earned her medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia. She is board certified in internal medicine and endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism. She is a member of the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research and the Endocrine Society.

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