Keynote Plenary Session
Open to All

PLENARY KEYNOTE SESSION Presented by: Dr. Céline Koryzma Following this keynote session, participants will be able to: · Understand the factors that make healthy behaviour change so difficult for so many. · Apply motivational interviewing and relationship-centered communication principles when discussing health behaviour change with patients. · Identify the modifiable individual and environmental variables that lead to sustained health behaviour change. About Céline Koryzma, PhD, Registered Psychologist Dr. Koryzma is a clinical health psychologist in the Endocrinology and Metabolism Program within Alberta Health Services in Calgary, AB. She works with an interdisciplinary team to help patients with chronic health conditions make sustainable health behaviour changes. Dr. Koryzma’s background includes advanced training in interpersonal and health psychology. She received her PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Victoria in 2013 and completed a portion of her residency training with the Calgary Adult Bariatric Surgery Clinic. She was previously employed as medical psychologist for the Pediatric Centre for Weight and Health at the Alberta Children’s Hospital. Dr. Koryzma is also a Clinical Lecturer for the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Calgary where she teaches about communication skills and mental health treatment in primary care. Her clinical interests include the psychosocial determinants of diabetes and cardiometabolic risk and the role of motivational and relationship-centered interventions in behaviour change.

Break, Exhibits, Posters, Networking

30-minute break period for stretching, refreshments, exploring the Exhibit Hall, networking, visiting the Photography Studio, and Poster Hall viewing.

Open to All
Panel Presentation

Panel Presentation: Surgical management of lymphedema Presented by: Dr. Siba Haykal, Dr. Claire Temple-Oberle, Dr. Andrew Simpson, Dr. Benoît Cartier. Presentation Overview During this session, we will discuss the surgical options available for lymphedema depending on stage. We will review preventative techniques, physiologic techniques, and excisional options. We will delve into indications for each option and provide a better understanding of the way each technique works. 1. Introduction (Dr Siba Haykal) 2. Preventative techniques (Dr Claire Temple-Oberle) 3. Physiological techniques (Dr. Andrew Simpson) 4. Ablative techniques (Dr. Benoît Cartier) Panel Session Objectives: 1. To present surgical techniques available for lymphedema. 2. To discuss patient selection and staging related to surgical techniques. 3. To explore preventative surgical techniques. Meet our Speakers and Presenters.

Professionals
Workshop

Presented by: Dr. Denise Campbell-Scherer, Melanie Heatherington Obesity Canada’s 5As of Obesity Management program was designed as a step-by-step framework for busy non-specialists to support obesity management in their clinical settings. Dr. Denise Campbell-Scherer and Education Specialist Melanie Heatherington lead this interactive workshop to introduce lymphedema clinicians to the “5AsT toolkit” to equip them with tools to support patients whose lymphedema is related to or impacted by elevated weight. Following this workshop session, participants will be able to: Support patients to understand how comorbidities and personal context are related to obesity management. Use the 5As Team approach to conduct clinical encounters for obesity management with patients that result in deep understanding of their unique situation and value-based goals. Use the 5As Team approach to work collaboratively with patients to develop a personalized care plan that aligns with the patient’s value-based goals. Meet our Speakers and Presenters.

Open to All

Moderated by: More information coming soon. Evaluating radiotherapy-induced circulating cytokine levels as predictors of lymphedema risk. Presented by: Jennifer Kwan ======================= Improving Lymphedema Care: Advantages of a Lymphedema Database. Presented by: Georgina Cama Lee ======================= Establishment of a Biobank of secondary lymphedema patients at the University of Alberta: Success and Challenges. Presented by: Nirav Patel Meet our Speakers and Presenters.

Pre-registration required
Panel Presentation
Garment Fitters Only

For garment fitters only; pre-registration required (SEE LINK, BELOW). The Canadian Lymphedema Framework recognizes the integral role of the compression garment fitter on the lymphedema patient’s health care team. We feel that fitters are central to good lymphedema management, and that too often this important role is not given the recognition it deserves. We know that fitters face many challenges and have few opportunities to network and share best practices, or even to share their experience. The CLF thanks the fitting team from Diamond Athletic Supplies for accepting our request to facilitate this discussion with garment fitters, and we thank garment fitters for their participation We look forward to learning from you! Session objectives: • Reflect on your experience and collaborate to produce a list of things you wish to share with various groups such as patients, prescribers, manufacturers, and insurance companies. • Contribute as much as you wish in each section of the discussion. There are no wrong answers. • Session facilitators will collect this feedback and the CLF commits to collating it, sharing it with you, and considering “next steps” to continue this important dialogue. • Network. Share. Have Fun. ============================== If you are interested in attending, please follow this link to register your interest: Professional Sessions Pre-Registration ============================== See all session descriptions and explore the entire program at this link.

Professionals
Pre-registration required
Workshop

Interactive, in pool Presented by: Marie-Ève Letellier Finding solutions to help our clients with managing their lymphedema is the goal of most therapists. Emphasis if often made on the use of compression and exercise. What about exercising in the water; using the natural compression provided by the water and movement to get the most for the lymphatic system! This workshop is an introduction for lymphedema trained therapists to Aqua Lymphatic Therapy (ALT), which is a safe method for treating mild to moderate lymphedema in the maintenance phase of therapy. It is a good supplement to land-based treatments. A brief introduction to water exercises will be given followed by a practical session into the pool, providing examples for both upper and lower limb lymphedema. Kindly note that no exercise sheets will be provided and that photography/filming is not allowed. Please bring your smile, flip flops, bathing suit, goggles and come discover ALT! The workshop spaces are limited and offered on a sign-up basis. If you are interested in attending, please follow this link to register your interest: Professional Sessions Pre-Registration ====================== About Your Pool Workshop Leaders: Learn about your workshop leader, Marie-Ève Letellier, PhD, and co-facilitator Marize Ibrahim, here: Meet Our Speakers

Break, Exhibits, Posters, Networking

90-minute break period for picking up lunch, exploring the Exhibit Hall, networking, and Poster Hall viewing.

Open to All
Open House, Meet & Greet

Hosted by the Lymphedema Association of Ontario. Stop by Salon ABC for this meet & greet with Members of the LAO. All are welcome.

Open to All

Presented by: Dr. David Keast Lymphedema/chronic edema worldwide is under recognized and under treated. There are currently 15 Frameworks involved in the International Lymphedema Framework with 6 more in the process of becoming members. The LIMPRINT study has been conducted in 10 countries to date and work is underway to implement the study in various countries including resource-limited settings. The basic Core Tool will require adaptation. This session will look at prevalence and experiences in various settings. Following this presentation, participants will be able to: 1. Appraise prevalence data including the need to update the Canadian estimate of prevalence. 2. Describe the experiences with management of Lymphatic Filariasis 3. Review initiatives in the LIMPRINT study 4. Discuss challenges in managing lymphedema in various settings. Meet our Speakers and Presenters.

Open to All

Presented by: Nele Devoogdt In the first part of the presentation, the scientific evidence, and practical implications of applying compression materials and systems, such as multilayer bandages, therapeutic compression garments and Velcro bandages for the treatment of adults with lymphoedema will be discussed. The second part of the presentation will focus on the application of compression in children. Session objectives 1. To improve the knowledge of the scientific evidence of compression therapy in adults and children with lymphedema. 2. To improve the insights about the different compression materials and systems that can be applied in adults with lymphedema. 3. To improve the insights about the different compression materials and systems that can be applied in children with lymphedema. Meet our Speakers and Presenters. This session is made possible through support from medi Canada.

Professionals

Presented by: Anna Towers, MD This session will include a review of malignant lymphedema as well as edema from other causes in palliative cancer patients with a limited prognosis. Flexible compression solutions are the mainstay of conservative treatment. Medical solutions such as inferior vena cava stents, ascites drainage as well as subcutaneous needle drainage of edema will be discussed in the form of a recent case study. Following this presentation, participants will be able to: 1. List the causes of edema in advanced cancer patients. 2. Know the difference between malignant and benign lymphedema in palliative patients. 3. Understand how flexible bandaging or Velcro-type compression devices are useful in these cases. 4. Understand the role of concurrent medical solutions for uncontrolled edema at end of life. Meet our Speakers and Presenters.

Patients

Breakout Patient Workshop Presentation Facilitated by: Marize Ibrahim, PT and Angela Yung, PT Session overview This workshop will highlight the importance of exercise and its impact on the lymphatic system and lymphedema. Key tips will be reviewed on exercise progression and long-term lymphedema management. Adaptations will be reviewed to help individualize exercise program to suit individual needs. Please bring with you an exercise (or two) that you enjoy to share with all of us! Following this presentation, participants will be able to: 1. Discuss why exercise is important for lymphedema management. 2. Identify what exercises are best for managing lymphedema. 3. Explain how to progress exercises safely. 4. Learn from each other different exercises that we can all enjoy! Meet our Speakers and Presenters.

Professionals
Pre-registration required
Roundtable Discussion

Roundtable discussion led by Spencer Gibson, PhD. Spaces limited; sign-up in advance. Session overview: Lymphedema patients are often left behind in the healthcare system. There are few dedicated clinics for lymphedema and many patients use private healthcare to seek treatments. There is a need to establish a lymphedema registry in Canada where we can track patients in the healthcare system. This will identify research questions that need to be addressed and ultimately get better care for lymphedema patients. Session objectives: 1. Objective 1: To make the case for a National Lymphedema Registry 2. Objective 2: To determine the level of interest in a registry in the lymphedema community. 3. Objective 3: Identify individuals who would want to be part of this registry. If you are interested in attending, please follow this link to register your interest: Professional Sessions Pre-Registration About Spencer B. Gibson Dr. Spencer B. Gibson, PhD. is a Professor at the University of Alberta in the Department of Oncology and the first Dianne and Irving Kipnes Endowed Chair in Lymphatic Disorders. At the national level, Dr. Gibson is part of the executive team representing the Prairie provinces for the Terry Fox Research Institute.

Break, Exhibits, Posters, Networking

30-minute break period for stretching, refreshments, exploring the Exhibit Hall, networking, visiting the Photography Studio, and Poster Hall viewing.

Open to All
Workshop

Presenter: Dr. Céline Koryzma Following this interactive workshop session, participants will be able to: Employ a mindfulness exercise to encourage self-awareness and work with challenging emotions. Understand the role that self-compassion plays in encouraging behaviour change About Céline Koryzma, PhD, Registered Psychologist Dr. Koryzma is a clinical health psychologist in the Endocrinology and Metabolism Program within Alberta Health Services in Calgary, AB. She works with an interdisciplinary team to help patients with chronic health conditions make sustainable health behaviour changes. Dr. Koryzma’s background includes advanced training in interpersonal and health psychology. She received her PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Victoria in 2013 and completed a portion of her residency training with the Calgary Adult Bariatric Surgery Clinic. She was previously employed as medical psychologist for the Pediatric Centre for Weight and Health at the Alberta Children’s Hospital. Dr. Koryzma is also a Clinical Lecturer for the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Calgary where she teaches about communication skills and mental health treatment in primary care. Her clinical interests include the psychosocial determinants of diabetes and cardiometabolic risk and the role of motivational and relationship-centered interventions in behaviour change.

Professionals

Presented by: Maryse Beaumier, RN, MSc, PhD In best practice, the arterial vascular status of the legs of all patients with lower limb lymphedema should be assessed to adapt a proper compression. Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a chronic condition that can affect the upper and lower extremities but occurs more frequently in the lower extremities. PAD causes decreased blood and oxygen supply to the skin, constituting ischemia. Many ways exist to assess the arterial status: arterio-brachial index, toe pressure, arterial waves, and transcutaneous oximetry. Their methods and interpretations will be discussed during this session. Following this presentation, participants will be able: 1. To explore the peripheral arterial disease in lower limb 2. To explain the methods and reference values of arterio-brachial index, toe pressure, arterial waves, and transcutaneous oximetry 3. To discuss the interpretation of the best tool for lower limb with lymphoedema. Meet our Speakers and Presenters.

Open to All

Moderated by: More information coming soon. Enhancing Cancer Associated Lymphedema Care at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre (PMCC) Through Improved Cellulitis Management, a Quality Improvement Project. Presented by: Trish Blinn ======================= The Impact of Lymphatic Venous Anastomosis as a Treatment for Upper and Lower Limb Lymphedema: A Qualitative Interim Analysis. Presented by: Catharine Bowman ======================= A Core Outcome Set for Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema: A Delphi Consensus Study. Presented by: Elizabeth Anderson. Meet our Speakers and Presenters.

Open to All
Closing Plenary Session
Panel Presentation

With patient experts panel and health professionals panel. 1. Patient voices: what patients have told us today. 2. Question & answer period with speaker panel. 3. Poster winners announced. 4. Closing remarks.