Lymphedema Association of Ontario upcoming events

ILF 2026 World Congress Update: Advancements in Lymphedema Care (05 Nov 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

ILF 2026 World Congress Update:
Advancements in Lymphedema Care

NOV 5, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (ET)

ZOOM WEBINAR

DESCRIPTION:

Join us for an informative webinar highlighting the latest developments and key takeaways from the 2026 International Lymphoedema Framework (ILF) World Congress in Rome, Italy.

Discover emerging therapies, evolving treatment recommendations, and advancements in lymphedema management. We'll explore the latest surgical options, innovations in compression therapy, and review new compression products and technologies from leading brands.

This session will provide valuable insights into current research, emerging treatment approaches, and what these developments could mean for healthcare professionals and individuals living with lymphedema.

SPEAKER:

Alla Hardoon

Founder & Medical Director, Soft Touch Mastectomy

Alla Hardoon is the founder and medical director of Soft Touch Mastectomy, an extension of Care-Med Ltd. With over 19 years of healthcare experience in Toronto, she is a recognized expert in compression therapy, lymphedema, and post-mastectomy care.

Originally trained as a Registered Nurse in 1988, Alla has advanced her education in internal medicine, orthopedics, biomechanics, lymphedema, lipedema, and oncology care. She is also a board-certified Functional Nutritionist (2022) and certified in Aqua Lymphatic Therapy (2024).

Alla is a trusted speaker and consultant for both patients and medical professionals, often handling complex cases referred by clinics and hospitals. She specializes in custom-fit medical compression garments and provides personalized care for patients of all ages.

LAO VSG (November) (11 Nov 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Virtual Support Group

November 11th, 5:00 pm (EST) on ZOOM

TOPIC:
Compression and Garments

Please join us for our monthly virtual support group consisting of lymphedema patients and LAO volunteers. Our support groups are a great opportunity for you to share and discuss your personal lymphedema management skills, information, hopes, fears, successes and hardships, all in a safe space to facilitate support and growth.

Join us on the second Wednesday of every month!

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Basic Housekeeping:

Please keep yourself on mute to reduce background noise
There is typically a Q&A period at the end, so please save your questions for then
Feel free to use the chat feature to ask questions or raise your hand to talk
Please note that this session will not be recorded. We kindly ask that no screen captures, audio recordings, or video recordings be made during the presentation. This ensures a respectful and secure environment for all participants and speakers. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Disclaimer:
The content of this presentation is confidential and property of the presenters. It is not intended to be distributed to any third party without their consent. As such, please do not screenshot, record, or tape the contents of this meeting or the individuals in attendance.

The opinions expressed in the presentation are those of the presenter and not necessarily those of the LAO. Therefore, the LAO is not responsible for any content or information in the webinar. The LAO does not endorse any particular vendor product, company or personnel, and our webinars are for educational purposes only.

Please note that if a webinar is being recorded you are providing consent to be recorded. You may keep your camera off if you wish to do so.

Moreover, Information collected through polls or surveys may be addressed in future meetings and in meeting notes, that are available for other patients access. Through your attendance, you have consented for The Lymphedema Association of Ontario to use your first name only, for confidentiality purposes in note taking.

LAO VSG (December) (09 Dec 2026)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Virtual Support Group

December 9th, 5:00 pm (EST) on ZOOM

TOPIC:
Obesity and how it affects LE &

How to make good choices during the holidays.

Please join us for our monthly virtual support group consisting of lymphedema patients and LAO volunteers. Our support groups are a great opportunity for you to share and discuss your personal lymphedema management skills, information, hopes, fears, successes and hardships, all in a safe space to facilitate support and growth.

Join us on the second Wednesday of every month!

__________________

Basic Housekeeping:

Please keep yourself on mute to reduce background noise
There is typically a Q&A period at the end, so please save your questions for then
Feel free to use the chat feature to ask questions or raise your hand to talk
Please note that this session will not be recorded. We kindly ask that no screen captures, audio recordings, or video recordings be made during the presentation. This ensures a respectful and secure environment for all participants and speakers. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.