Lymphedema is alot! Genetics is alot! We dive deep into the fascinating world of the lymphatic system and how it can go haywire with Dr. Cohen. From birthmarks to complex anomalies, we explored it all. Here’s a sneak peek of what we covered: Dr. Cohen is a clinical fellow at the Siteman Cancer Center at …
This week on the podcast we are going back in time to the very first episode “What is Lymphedema?” My hope is that this will be a refresher for anyone who listens regularly, pin this important foundational episode to the top of my content, and prepare you for the two part series that will release …
https://www.brylansfeat.org/campwatchme Brylan’s Feat Foundation would like to sincerely thank each and everyone of our Camp Watchme sponsors for truly going above and beyond for our summer camp. We would not be able to host such a wonderful experience for the pediatric lymphedema community without Jobst, L&R USA, Airos Medical, Pure Medical, LymphaPress, Medi for Help, Juzo, …
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This episode discusses recent changes in Medicare policies regarding a four-week trial for pneumatic compression pumps, used to manage lymphedema. While there was initial confusion that Medicare removed the requirement for a four-week trial, Betty clarifies that the trial is still necessary. However, certain wording and specific anatomical measurements have been relaxed, and the requirement …
Sidney Jacobs Primary Lymphedema Journey Have you ever met someone and you hit it off immediately? It’s not until later that you look back and think “I am so glad our lives crossed paths!” That is Sidney Jacobs in a few words. Sidney is the guest host for Lymphedema Podcast this week where she shares …
Dating with Olivia & Nicole Get ready for an exciting episode of the Lymphedema Podcast this week, as our fabulous guest host Olivia Eggers takes the reins. Joining her is the incredible Nicole Faccio, and together they dive into the world of dating with lymphedema. From childhood expectations to the reality of challenges, they share …
In this episode of the Lymphedema Podcast, host Betty welcomes the esteemed Caroline Pinney, a renowned expert from Juzo, to share enlightening insights. Brace yourself for an enthralling discussion as they delve into the exhilarating world of the recently concluded Juzo Power symposium and embark on a profound exploration of the revolutionary Juzo night garment. …
WRAP 365 Would you bandage your affected extremity for one entire year? This week’s guest has been a secondary lymphedema patient for about two decades. She decided last year, Mother’s Day 2022, that she was going to do something challenging and daring. Listen to Martha’s story of it’s a wrap 365 challenge… It’s impossible to …
Honeymoon with Lymphedema On this episode of the Lymphedema Podcast we chat about all things lymphedema wedding & honeymoon. Kiersten & Trey were married in April. Kiersten was diagnosed with Lymphedema in 2014 and a previous guest on the podcast discussing her LVA surgery. In this special episode, we’ll sit down with both Kiersten and …