Mitochondria are complex and dynamic cellular organelles, with their primary function being energy production to maintain cellular homeostasis. This session focuses on the role of mitochondria in bone, muscle, and cartilage. Prof. Yun-Sil Lee will lecture on the relevance of mitochondria to osteoblasts. Prof. Jae-Hyuck Shim will discuss the connection between mitochondria and skeletal progenitor cells, and Prof. Mi-La Cho will explore the association of mitochondria with chondrocytes.

This session will focus on the crosstalk between the pituitary gland, adrenal glands, and the musculoskeletal system. Prof. Stefano Frara will present on the impact of acromegaly on bones. Prof. Beom-Jun Kim will discuss the crosstalk between adrenal glands and bone through adrenal gland hormones, while Prof. Kyong-Yeun Jung will lecture on the crosstalk between adrenal glands and body composition via adrenal gland hormones.

The theme of this session is recent updates in musculoskeletal diseases. The first lecture will be presented by Prof. Yoon-Kyoung Sung, who will provide an update on the 2022 ACR guideline for the prevention and treatment of glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis. The second lecture will be delivered by Prof. Hee-Won Jung, focusing on the Position Statements of the Sarcopenia Definition and Outcomes Consortium. Lastly, Prof. Sung Hye Kong will share the latest insights on the Endocrine Society's clinical practice guidelines for the treatment of hypercalcemia of malignancy in adults.