POWER Lymphatics Schedule
*Subject to change. Times are PST (USA). Use this Time Zone Converter to translate to your local time.
Tuesday, March 15, 2022
- 5 - 6:15 pmPOWER Lymphatics Welcome Reception
Juzo, Klose Training and Tactile Medical welcome you to POWER Lymphatics. Pick up your registration packet and enjoy drinks, appetizers and networking.
- 6:30 - 7:45 pmAdvancements of Lymphatic SurgeryJay Granzow, MD, MPH, FACS, shares his experiences after performing lymphatic surgery for more than 15 years.
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
- 7:15 - 8 a.m.Breakfast in Exhibit Hall
Enjoy a light breakfast and visit the exhibitor booths.
- 8:10 - 8:15 a.m.Opening Remarks
Lead sponsors Juzo, Klose Training and Tactile Medical welcome attendees to POWER Lymphatics.
- 8:15 - 9:15 a.m.Pelvic Cancer and Lymphedema
Alexandra Hill, PT, DPT, CLT-LANA, discusses the role of lymphedema rehabilitation along the pelvic cancer continuum from pre-habilitation, during active treatment and post-treatment.
- 9:15 - 10 a.m.Treating Pelvic Congestion
Manu Aggarwal, MD, MHSA, explains the cause of pelvic congestion and protocols for diagnosing and treating pelvic venous insufficiency.
- 10 - 10:15 a.m.Q&A with Pelvic Panel
Ask the presenters your questions related to pelvic cancer and pelvic congestion.
- 10:15 - 10:45 a.m.Coffee Break in Exhibit Hall
Refresh your coffee or tea, browse the booths and grab a snack before the next session.
- 10:45 - 11:45 a.m.Post Thrombotic Syndrome
Vinay Satwah, DO, RPVI, FSVM, presents on risk factors for PTS, along with ways lymphedema therapists can evaluate and treat patients with the condition.
- 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Lymphedema Treatment and Optimal Care Solutions
Tactile Medical highlights the latest clinical data on lymphedema treatment and how to incorporate the comprehensive Flexitouch home care solution with patients.
- 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.Lunch in Exhibit Hall
Join your peers for lunch and browse the exhibitor booths.
- 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.Lipedema: The International Consensus
Tobias Bertsch, MD, PhD, and therapist Elvira Albrecht, PT, present on the European consensus and the implantation of a new therapy approach at the Foldi Clinic.
Steven Dean, DO, FACO, RPVI, and Paula Donahue, PT, DPT, CLT-LANA, present the new U.S. Standards of Care.
- 3:30 - 4 p.m.Coffee Break in Exhibit Hall
Recharge with coffee and snacks, while browsing the Exhibits. Submit questions for the lipedema panel to address after the break.
- 4 - 4:45 p.m.Discussion and Q&A with Lipedema Panel
Michael Bernas moderates a discussion with our lipedema panelists.
- 4:45 - 5:30 p.m.Compression Benefits for Improved Patient Outcomes
John Jordi, PTA, CLT-LANA, CI, ASTYM, explains the benefits of using medical compression to effectively manage edema and treat wounds. He’ll also address symptoms associated with venous disease.
- 7 - 10:30 p.m.POWER Party
We know you work hard, and we want to make sure you get to “play hard,” too. Join us for an entertaining evening complete with dinner, live music and more. Dancing is (always) encouraged.
Thursday, March 17, 2022
- 7:15 - 8:15 a.m.Breakfast in Exhibit Hall
Enjoy a light breakfast and visit the exhibitor booths.
- 8:30 - 9:15 a.m.Interdisciplinary Treatment of Head and Neck Lymphedema: Surgery, Rehab and Beyond
Ron J. Karni, MD, addresses surgical approaches and advancements in treatment for head and neck lymphedema.
- 9:15 - 10 a.m.Interdisciplinary Treatment of Head and Neck Lymphedema: Surgery, Rehab and Beyond
Joy Hesse, CCC-SLP, and Shelly Ryan, PT, CLT-LANA, present on a collaborative approach to treating patients with head and neck lymphedema.
- 10 - 10:30 a.m.Q&A
Ask the presenters questions about Head & Neck Lymphedema rehab and collaborative treatment.
- 10:30 - 11 a.m.Coffee Break in Exhibit Hall
Refresh your coffee or tea, browse the booths and grab a snack before the next session.
- 11 - 11:30 a.m.Understanding Glycocalyx Shedding
Ulises Baltazar, MD, RVT, FACS, explains what Glycocalyx Shedding is and why it’s important. - 11:30 a.m. - NoonThe State of Lymphology
Michael Bernes shares a summary of findings from the International Society of Lymphology meeting.
- Noon - 1:30 p.m.Lunch and Product Showcase
Enjoy a delicious lunch while hearing more about our vendors and their products.
- 1:30 - 2:15 p.m.
Prospective Surveillance and Intervention: Strength After Breast Cancer
Kathryn H Schmitz, PhD, MPH, outlines how the Prospective Surveillance model offers promise to protocolize both evaluation and intervention for women with and at risk for breast cancer related lymphedema. The Strength After Breast Cancer intervention is a broadly used breast cancer rehabilitation intervention. Dr. Schmitz will review the Prospective Surveillance model as well as providing updates on the Strength After Breast Cancer program.
- 2:15 - 3 p.m.Indocyancine Green Lymphography
Carolyn De La Cruz, MD, outlines her work with Indocyancine Green (ICG) lymphography of the breast and trunk and explains where the fluid goes.
- 3 - 3:45 p.m.Coffee Break in Exhibit Hall
Recharge with some drinks and snacks while shopping the Exhibit Hall.
- 3:45 - 4:45 p.m.Updates in Breast Cancer Rehabilitation
Jodi Winicour, PT, CLT-LANA, discusses the role of Neuroscience of Pain education for pre- and post-operative breast cancer patients, including findings of post-mastectomy movement/stretching restrictions and its impact on seroma formation and overall recovery.
- 4:45 - 5:15 p.m.Q&A with Breast Cancer Panel
Ask the presenters questions about cancer-related lymphedema and available treatments.
- 5:15 - 6:30 p.m.Resilience Boosters to Avoid Burnout in the Midst of the Chaos, Change and Uncertainty
Kim Becking has a secret – there’s no such thing as work-life balance. In this fast-paced, constantly changing, high-stress world, life is anything but balanced. It’s more like a colossal collision between the thousands of things pulling at your time. Demands of work, home and everything in between lead to stress and even burnout. Life – professionally and personally – is constantly changing, especially right now. In this interactive and energetic keynote, Kim will share key stress busters and resilience boosters so that you can create work-life blend and refresh, refocus and refuel. You will learn the “Keys to Resign as General Manager of the Universe” and leave with practical, immediately actionable strategies to reduce stress, boost your resilience and create a life where you show up as your best self.
- 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.POWER Happy Hour
That’s a wrap! Enjoy drinks and refreshments while networking with your peers about all you’ve learned.
