General Goal:
To provide comprehensive, integrated, and practical education on the diagnosis and management of lipedema, empowering clinicians to deliver safe and evidence-based care.
Specific Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Define the physiopathology and staging of lipedema.
- Distinguish lipedema from obesity and lymphedema based on clinical features and diagnostic tools.
- Evaluate hormonal and vascular contributors in the progression of lipedema.
- Plan and execute surgical interventions using safe and precise liposuction techniques.
- Apply integrated treatment protocols, including compression therapy, lymphatic care, and postoperative planning.
- Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in patient care.