Ep. 107 ~ Lipoedema Lived Experience GP Dr Jackie Fankhauser

In this conversation, Dr. Jackie Fankhauser shares her personal journey with Lipoedema, discussing the lack of awareness and education surrounding the condition. She emphasises the importance of understanding symptoms, the impact of hormones, and the need for effective treatment options. The discussion also explores the role of GLP-1 medications in managing Lipoedema, highlighting patient experiences and the complexities of weight management. Dr. Fankhauser advocates for individualised care and the necessity of educating both patients and healthcare professionals about Lipedema.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Lipoedema Awareness02:47 The Journey of Discovery: Personal Experiences with Lipoedema05:38 Understanding Lipoedema: Symptoms and Diagnosis08:20 Family History and Genetic Factors in Lipoedema11:12 The Impact of Hormones on Lipoedema13:48 Exploring Treatment Options for Lipoedema16:31 The Role of GLP-1 Medications in Managing Lipoedema19:11 Patient Experiences with GLP-1 Medications21:55 Navigating Weight Management and Lipoedema24:27 The Importance of Individualised Care in Lipoedema Treatment27:09 Future Directions in Lipoedema Research29:51 Conclusion and Resources for Lipoedema PatientsDr Jackie Fankhauser is a GP in Victoria at Healthcare On Collins.  Visit their website for more information: https://healthcareoncollins.com.au/practitioners/general-practitioners/dr-jackie-fankhauser/Lipedema World Alliance GLP-1 discussionhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5opNBm8Dt3MPowered by https://www.elegancecare.com.au/Hosts on InstagramShelley ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shell_peersTiana⁠https://www.instagram.com/me_and_my_lipoedema⁠The Lipoedema PodcastInstagram⁠https://www.instagram.com/the_lipoedema_podcast/⁠Facebook⁠https://www.facebook.com/thelipoedemapodcast⁠YouTube⁠https://www.youtube.com/@thelipoedemapodcast⁠Spotify ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/⁠thelipoedemapodcast