Ep. 95 Lipoedema Surgeon Professor Thomas Lam

In this episode of The Lipoedema Podcast, hosts Shell, Tiana, and Nova engage with Professor Thomas Lam, a plastic surgeon specialising in lipoedema and lymphedema. They discuss the differences between these conditions, surgical readiness, and the unique approaches to treatment. Prof. Lam shares insights on patient care, post-surgery recovery, and the importance of managing expectations. The conversation highlights the comprehensive care model at Macquarie University Hospital and the significance of community engagement in advocating for better treatment options.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Lipoedema and Prof. Thomas Lam02:57 Understanding Lipoedema and Lymphedema06:07 Surgical Readiness and Patient Assessment08:59 Surgical Techniques and Approaches12:01 Post-Surgery Care and Recovery15:08 Skin Excision and Aesthetic Goals17:59 Patient Expectations and Communication20:57 The Alert Program and Comprehensive Care23:58 Community Engagement and Future Directionshttps://www.mqhealth.org.au/services/find-a-service/lymphoedema-clinichttps://www.mqhealth.org.au/health-professionals/thomas-lamPowered 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