Lymphedema and Chronic Edema Management
This microcredential course is offered as a medical introduction for any generalist health care professional who may see individuals experiencing lymphedema or chronic edema. The course provides learners with a comprehensive overview of the complex aspects of lymphedema and chronic edema and presents clinical management approaches for these conditions.
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This series of educational modules presents an in-depth, expert-facilitated overview of key topics in lymphedema and chronic edema management, across practice settings from pediatrics to elder care.
This course consists of four modules covering the following clinically relevant topics including:
(Module 1) differential diagnosis and complex measurements in lymphedema
(Module 2) lymphedema across the lifespan, with consideration of quality of life and patient-centred care.
(Module 3) research and advanced treatment approaches.
(Module 4) application through case scenarios.
Topics covered in depth are:
the lymphatic system, emergent research and practice including surgery, other types of measures, and case studies from pediatrics to end-of-life care. Also included are expert presentations, including insight into how they formulate assessment and intervention plans.
This course sets the framework for hands-on courses and clinical practice. This professional education course does not replace nor does it serve as a CLT certification course.
Course Learning Objectives:
(Objective 1) Differentiate between types of edema, explain different measurements for lymphedema/chronic edema, and be more familiar with the quality of life considerations associated with chronic edema.
(Objective 2) Appreciate the timeline of lymphedema, the impacts of lymphedema at major stages in life (pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric), and have more awareness of the comorbid issues that may impact individuals with lymphedema in different age brackets.
(Objective 3) Approach lymphedema care from a person-centred perspective.
(Objective 4) Understand current practice and advanced research, clinical, and surgical interventions in lymphedema management from a Canadian perspective.
Here is a breakdown of what the course offers:
- 35 education hours
- Digital certificate of completion
- Self-paced over 6 weeks
- 4 modules
- Learn with leading experts
Course Fee: $350 CAD (no tax)
Meet the course facilitators and guest lecturers:
Guest Lectures: Participants will have the opportunity to learn from well-known experts including Dr. Stanley Rockson, Dr. Margie McNeely, Dr. Melissa Aldrich, Dr. David Keast, Dr. Anna Towers, Dr. Catherine McCuaig, Dr. Vaughan Keeley, Dr. Siba Haykal, Dr. Elizabeth Dylke, Ms. Heather Watt, and Ms. Mona Al Onazi.
This course was developed and is offered through a collaboration between the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine Professional Development, the Canadian Lymphedema Framework (CLF), and with the support of a Mitacs Accelerate Fellowship.
This course received educational grants from Essity and Juzo.
