Canadian Lymphedema Framework

Welcome! The Canadian Lymphedema Framework is an academic and patient stakeholder collaboration to promote research, best practices and lymphedema clinical development worldwide. Swipe to learn more about our mission, vision, and the work that we do in the lymphedema community with our provincial lymphedema organizations and the International Lymphedema Framework. Be sure to follow our social accounts to stay up to date on important announcements and visit our website at www.canadalymph.ca to learn more about the latest on lymphedema research, education, partnerships, and our 2023 National Lymphedema Conference! #canadalymph #lymphedema

The CLF is excited to share with you our theme for World Lymphedema Day on March 6, and Lymphedema Awareness Month. "Let's talk about lymphedema: Understanding starts with us,". This campaign emphasizes the importance of open dialogue in raising awareness and fostering a deeper understanding of lymphedema. By encouraging conversations, this initiative aims to empower individuals to learn more about this often overlooked condition. 👉 Let's educate 👉 Let's share 👉 Let's subscribe 👉 Let's advocate 👉 Let's donate Let's work together to support our community and expand on lymphedema's global awareness throughout the month of March! Visit: buff.ly/3EWvjJl to learn more!

Are you looking for educational lymphedema resources to share with your patients, healthcare team, or community? The CLF is excited to announce that we have restocked our 2024 Lymphedema Education Pamphlets just in time for World Lymphedema Day on March 6 and Lymphedema Awareness Month. This pamphlet is available for bulk order at a very low cost that includes shipping anywhere within Canada. Order now at: https://buff.ly/43wLt4c #canadalymph #lymphedema #lymphedemaawareness #lymphedemaeducation #WLD2024 #lymphedemacommunity

Our friends at Macquarie University are conducting a Delphi Study on Developing Exercise Recommendations for Individuals with Lower Limb Lymphoedema The objective of this Delphi study is to bring together the perspectives of healthcare providers and researchers. By identifying and refining key components of exercise recommendations, we aim to create a framework that will enhance lymphoedema management and support better quality of life. To participate, visit:

A team of plastic surgery residents from McGill University are conducting a survey aimed at assessing the quality of life of patients affected by lymphedema; under the supervision of Dr. Joshua Vorstenbosch and Dr. Anna Towers. The objective of this survey is to gather valuable insights into the physical, mental, emotional, and financial burdens faced by patients with lymphedema. This data will help identify areas needing improvement and develop targeted interventions to enhance overall patient well-being. We aim to better understand the hardships patients endure, to advocate for better provincial healthcare coverage for treatment modalities, and to raise awareness about potentially beneficial emerging surgical interventions. If you are interested in participating, please visit: https://buff.ly/3YC3TQF

Important Update: New Abstract Submission Deadline Exciting news! The deadline to submit abstracts for the 12th International Lymphedema Conference has been extended! We encourage both new and experienced presenters to submit an abstract that showcases work being done in lymphedema research or clinical practice to share with the global lymphedema community. To submit and to learn more about submission guidelines, visit: buff.ly/47Znsoy. #ILF2025 #canadalymph #abstracts #lymphedema #lymphedemaawareness #lymphedemaeducation

ILF2025 Keynote Speakers Announcement: Dr. Wei F. Chen, Dr. Kristiana Gordon, and Dr. Stanley G. Rockson Dr. Wei F. Chen, MD, FACS, is a distinguished surgeon at the Cleveland Clinic, renowned for his expertise in reconstructive microsurgery and supermicrosurgery. As a pioneer in lymphedema surgery, he has developed innovative techniques now adopted globally at leading medical centers. His groundbreaking research has linked Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases to "lymphedema of the brain," offering new hope to patients with previously intractable conditions. Dr. Kristiana Gordon, MBBS, FRCP, CLT, MD(Res), FHEA, is a Consultant in Dermatology and Lymphovascular Medicine. She is a Foeldi-certified lymphoedema therapist and the Clinical Lead of the Lymphoedema Service at St George’s Hospital in London, U.K. where her team cares for thousands of patients with lymphoedema and lipoedema. She has completed her doctorate in the genetics of primary lymphoedema and imaging of the lymphatic system. Dr. Gordon continues to pursue her research interests in the rapidly evolving fields of lymphovascular medicine and lipoedema. Dr. Stanley G. Rockson, MD is the Allan and Tina Neill Professor of Lymphatic Research and Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine in the U.S. He has been involved in numerous clinical trials researching various aspects of lymphatic disease, vascular biology and cardiovascular medicine. His basic research involves the investigation of disease pathogenesis and identification of biomarkers of lymphatic diseases, as well as research into molecular and pharmacologic therapeutics. Don't miss this chance to learn from Dr. Chen, Dr. Gordon, and Dr. Rockson and attend their keynote presentations! For more details about our keynote speakers, their sessions, ILF2025, and registration, visit: buff.ly/47Znsoy.

📢 Support Our Call To The Canadian Government to Exempt Medical Compression Garments From Tariffs 📢 The Canadian Lymphedema Framework, in collaboration with our partners at the eight provincial lymphedema associations, calls on the Government of Canada to immediately exempt medical compression garments from the newly announced 25% retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports. These garments are essential medical devices, not discretionary textile goods, and without them, the 1.25 million Canadians living with lymphedema face the risk of serious health complications such as life-threatening infections and costly hospital admissions because of diminished access to affordable treatment. Even though the Canadian government has secured a 30-day reprieve from the U.S. tariffs on medical compression garments, we must act now to ensure the Canadian government exempts these vital medical products from the currently planned retaliatory tariffs and any such future action. The petition is available to sign in English or French. Help us send a strong message: Medical necessities should not be taxed as consumer goods! Take a moment and sign now at https://buff.ly/4jNOJ2L!

📣 Call for Abstracts: Submissions are now OPEN! The ILF2025 Scientific Committee will be responsible for reviewing all abstracts submitted and selecting for either poster or oral presentation. Accepted abstracts will be published on the Conference Website and the ILF Member Access Area post Conference. Important dates and deadlines: 👉 Deadline for Submission: Monday, February 10, 2025 👉 Notification of Acceptance: Week of March 17, 2025 To learn more about suggested topics, guidelines, and submission details visit buff.ly/47Znsoy

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