Thank you!
Clayton Labaume, PA-c
Clayton LaBaume graduated from the Texas Tech physician assistant program in 2008. He initially worked in internal medicine in the hospital and critical care setting. He later went to work in neurosurgery and orthopedic spine surgery. Through all of these different care settings, he helped take care of patients with osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is significantly under-addressed and under-treated, and he developed a post fracture program to ensure that patients would be treated after sustaining a fracture. He developed a special interest in bone health and fracture prevention and has been treating osteoporosis to some capacity since 2011. He moved into his current role at an orthopedic clinic in Durango in 2016 specifically to build and grow a bone health program.
He is the clinical coordinator of the Fracture Liaison Service at a local hospital in Durango, Colorado. He is an ambassador for the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation. He speaks nationally about osteoporosis and fracture prevention. He takes pride in troubleshooting and improving processes to help osteoporosis programs become successful.
His philosophy of care is to help people live longer, independent, high quality lives through fracture prevention and preservation of longevity/functional capacity.
Clayton and his wife have lived in Durango since 2010 and they enjoy the outdoor life that the area provides. His hobbies include: mountain biking, running, skiing, cooking, travel, and oil painting.
Lauren, Clewley, PA-C
Lauren Clewley graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina in 2017 earning a Master of Science Degree in Physician Assistant Studies. She started her PA career in Durango, CO with Mercy Orthopedics working with the Foot and Ankle team before she transitioned to Gastroenterology for 4 years. She transitioned back to Mercy Orthopedics January 2024, specializing in Bone Health and has enjoyed learning about all aspects of bone health and osteoporosis and is committed to continuing her education in this field. She is particularly passionate about providing individualized care and treatment to enhance her patients’ quality of life and longevity by strengthening bones and preventing fractures.
Lauren and her family have lived in Durango since 2018 (for the second time around!) and appreciate the small town living and close-knit community it has to offer. She loves adventuring in the mountains and deserts with her husband, kids and dog whether on hiking trails, bikes or big trucks.