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HEALTH PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES

    Lymphedema (LE) is a chronic disease that affects millions, yet it remains under-recognized and often misdiagnosed. Early identification and intervention can improve lymphatic function, slow, reverse or halt the progression of lymphedema and reduce its physical, mental and economic burdens to both individuals and society. 

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      BCLA AWARDS: 

      BCLA is offering up to $2000 towards lymphedema education to increase needed manual lymph drainage therapists in underserved parts of BC by offering financial incentives to reduce cost of training.  These therapists help patients by providing education, reduction phase bandaging and MLD so patients can manage lymphedema on their own.

      To apply for an award, download the application form here, fill it out and email to info@bclymph.org.


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      • Canadian Lymphedema Framework (CLF) - offers leadership in defining lymphatic education for health care professionals, patients and general public
        Here are a few items found on the CLF site:

           - Physician Handout on Lymphedema with Prevalence in Canada 

           - Clinical detection of breast cancer related lymphedema 
           - Library of articles included in Pathways magazines, starting from 2012

           - Health Professionals (HP) Toolkit

        • BC Cancer information for nursing

         - BC Cancer Symptom Management Guidelines - Lymphedema


        LYMPHEDEMA EDUCATION COURSES: 

        BC Physiatrist Dr. Kei summary of presentation to BC Cancer - May 29 2024

        An online introductory micro course for Health Professionals is available from the University of Alberta. This course is an introduction for any generalist healthcare clinicians who may see individuals experiencing lymphedema or chronic edema. 

        In depth training  is offered by the following schools and meet the educational requirements of Lymphology Association of North America (LANA) for therapists to be listed as certified lymphedema therapists.

        • DR. VODDER SCHOOL™ INTERNATIONAL Vancouver 
          Tel: 1-800-522-9862 | info@vodderschool.com The Dr. Vodder School International offers full Lymphedema training to health care professionals in CDT/MLD. Training is offered in many locations worldwide with the head office in Vancouver, BC. For those living with Lymphedema, go to our website and click on FIND A THERAPIST to find a Vodder-trained therapist in your home area.
        • Foeldi College 
          Teaching institute for manual lymph drainage and complete physical therapy



        Email Address:
        info@bclymph.org
        Telephone:1-604-924-6282 Lower Mainland
        1-866-991-2252 Toll Free
        (Canada & USA)

        Mailing Address Only:

        BC Lymphedema Association
        723 Donegal Place
        North Vancouver, BC  V7N 2X6
        (this is not a lymphedema clinic)

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