A. Cultivating Tomorrow’s Lymphedema Leaders: A Mentor Mentee Roundtable

Presenters: Anna Towers, MD; Jane M. Armer, RN PhD FAAN.

This unique panel brings together three distinguished mentors — Dr. Jane Armer, Dr. Anna Towers, and Dr. Margie McNeely — who have each played a pivotal role in cultivating the next generation of leaders in lymphedema research, clinical care, education, and advocacy. They will be joined by a group of their remarkable mentees, whose contributions reflect the diversity and depth of emerging voices in the field:
• Mona Al Onazi, PhD PT
• Elizabeth Anderson, PhD RN CLT
• Naomi Dolgoy, PhD OT
• Marie-Ève Letellier, PhD Kn
• Olumayowa "Nike" Odemuyiwa, PhD RN CCRN
• Shirin Shallwani, PhD PT CLT
• Dorit Tidhar, PhD PT CLT

Together, this group will reflect on lessons learned through the mentor-mentee relationship, highlighting how mentorship has influenced career trajectories, strengthened interdisciplinary collaboration, and helped shape the future of lymphedema care globally. Panelists will share brief reflections and practical advice, offering inspiration and encouragement for emerging professionals and seasoned leaders alike.