Exploring Contrasts: Lipedema, Lymphedema, and Obesity Unraveled

- Today, I bring you a snippet from an interview featuring Dr. Josef Stutz, recorded during our Lipedema Worldwide Summit in 2016.- Renowned as one of Germany's leading lipedema surgeons, Dr. Stutz is credited as a trailblazer in the development of water-jet assisted liposuction (WAL) for treating lipedema.- In this excerpt, Dr. Stutz recounts his initial encounter with the WAL procedure for liposuction, tracing its evolution and adaptation for managing lipedema over the years.

- Today, Dr. Sarah Thomis sheds light on an ongoing clinical trial in Belgium examining the impact of a ketogenic diet on lymphedema.- Dr. Thomis completed her surgical training, specializing in general and vascular surgery, at the University of Leuven in Belgium in 2011, with additional training in the Netherlands and the US.- Her expertise lies in the realm of phlebologic and lymphological disorders, and she serves as the attending physician at the Center for Lymphedema at the University Hospitals Leuven.

- Today, we're delving into what Dr. Robert Cywes affectionately dubs "nerd time."- Dr. Cywes will elucidate his perspective on the biochemical underpinnings of lipedema.- With expertise in Pediatric and Adult obesity, diabetes, and metabolic management, Dr. Cywes is dedicated to unraveling the true origins of obesity and diabetes.- Over his 21-year career in metabolic management, he has guided numerous individuals toward remission from obesity, diabetes, and pre-diabetes.- Dr. Cywes staunchly advocates for a holistic lifestyle shift rather than mere dietary interventions in combating obesity and diabetes.

Let's delve into a study conducted by experts from Wroclaw Medical University in Poland.One of the notable contributors to this research is Dr. Andrzej Szuba, renowned for his extensive work on lymphedema and lipedema.The study, titled Discrepancy Analysis: Resting Metabolic Rate in Women Suffering from Lipedema, was published in the March 2022 edition of Research Square.

In our lipedema community, we have a special mascot named Emmy—a winged pig. She embodies the belief that nothing is impossible, a core perspective embraced by our community as we navigate life and healing. Emmy, whose full name is Esperanza Milagros, symbolizes hope and miracles. In today’s flash briefing, We'll share how Emmy became a cherished member of our Lipedema TRIBE Community.

In this interview segment from our Lipedema & Keto Worldwide Summit in 2017, Dorit Tidhar, a physiotherapist based in Israel, sheds light on the fundamentals of Aquatic Lymphatic Therapy (ALT) and its positive impact on the lymphatic system.

During my presentation at Lipedema Simplified’s Awareness Month Summer Bootcamp on June 24, 2022, I delved into the multifaceted origins of pain associated with lymphedema and lipedema. I also explored the efficacy of interventions such as the ketogenic diet, manual lymphatic drainage (MLD), and compression therapy in alleviating pain linked to lipedema.

Today, we present a snippet from an interview with Dr. Erez Dayan from the 2016 Lipedema Worldwide Summit.A graduate of the Harvard Plastic Surgery program, Dr. Dayan now serves as the Medical Director of Avance Plastic Surgery Institute in Reno/Tahoe Nevada.In the interview, Dr. Dayan delves into the intricate relationship between lymphedema and lipedema, shedding light on the interplay between adipose tissue and the lymphatic system.Furthermore, he examines potential triggers of lipedema and underscores its distinctions from obesity.

Today, Dr. Robert Cywes delves into the complexities of obesity, lipedema, and insulin resistance, emphasizing a transformative approach he terms the "Lipedema Way of Life."Specializing in Pediatric and Adult obesity, diabetes, and metabolic management, Dr. Cywes focuses on elucidating and addressing the root causes of these conditions.With over two decades of experience in metabolic management, he has guided numerous individuals towards remission from obesity, diabetes, and pre-diabetes.Dr. Cywes advocates for a holistic shift in lifestyle rather than mere dietary interventions, asserting that true solutions lie in comprehensive lifestyle changes.

In today’s flash briefing, delve into the distinctions among lipedema, lymphedema, and obesity alongside our guest expert, Dr. Stanley G. Rockson.Dr. Rockson holds the esteemed position of the Allen and Tina Neill Professor of Lymphatic Research and Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine, where he also serves as Chief of Consultative Cardiology and directs the Stanford Center for Lymphatic and Venous Disorders.