2026 Lymphedema Support Group Calendar

The Lymphedema Support Group meets virtually on the third Tuesday of every month from 5p.m.-6:30p.m. via Microsoft Teams.

MonthTopic / SubjectSuggested Presenter
JanuaryUnderstanding Lymphedema: Basics & 2026 UpdatesDonald Thomas, DPT, CLT-LANA, CWT
FebruarySkin Care & Infection Prevention (Cellulitis Awareness)Erin Fazzarri, MPT, CLT-LANA CWS
MarchCompression Garments: Types, Fit, and Wear ScheduleCindy Roberts Jobst/Essity and Donald Thomas and Tia Gray
AprilExercise & Movement for Lymphedema ManagementTia Gray, PTA, CLT, CWT, CES
MaySelf-Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) Review & TipsAlexandra Ambrosio, DPT, CLT
JuneNutrition, Hydration, Weight Management-Lipedema and LymphedemaLeslyn Keith, OTD, OTR/L CLT-LANA and Author
JulyLiving Well with Lymphedema: Mental Health & Coping StrategiesErica Dawkins, PsyD, MED, CSP
AugustHeat, Travel, and Summer Safety with LymphedemaJessica Siegal, DPT, CLT (NLN) member
SeptemberNew Technologies & Research in Lymphedema CareDr. Zheng, MD, CLT, FAAPMR
OctoberBreast Cancer–Related & Cancer-Related LymphedemaGuenther Klose, MLD/CDT
NovemberProblem-Solving Session: Q&A and Member ExperiencesDonald Thomas, DPT, PT and Tia Gray, PTA, CLT, CWT, CES
DecemberGoal Setting, Resources, and Self-Care for the HolidaysDonald Thomas, DPT, PT, CLT-LANA and Tia Gray, PTA, CLT, CWT, CES
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