Robert D Stoffey – Lymphedema: Pearls for the Primary Care Provider

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Dr. Stoffey covers lymphedema care for primary care physicians in this presentation.

Objectives of Learning:

The anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the lymphatic system will be described.
To explain the pathophysiology of lymphedema.
To explain the cause of lymphedema.
To classify and define the many kinds of lymphedema.
To discuss the clinical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment options for lymphedema.
To stress the primary care provider’s responsibility in detecting that his or her patient has lymphedema and seeking early therapy alternatives.

Dr. Stoffey received his medical degree at the Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine (WESTERN U COMP) in Pomona, California. Dr. Stoffey served in the United States Army for fourteen years, where he was educated as a diagnostic radiologist. His military duty took him to West Germany and the Republic of Korea. Dr. Stoffey completed a neuroradiology fellowship at the University of Texas in Houston after his honorable discharge, with a focus on vascular interventional procedures and neurovascular disease. Dr. Stoffey works for the Center of Vein Restoration, which has offices in Fort Wayne and Marion, Indiana. The American Osteopathic Board of Radiology (AOBR) and the American Board of Radiology have both certified Dr. Stoffey in diagnostic radiology. He also has an AOBR certificate of further certification in neuroradiology. Patient safety and quality control, as well as research and scientific publications, are among Dr. Stoffey’s medical interests. He is on the editorial boards of the American Journal of Neuroradiology and the American Roentgen Ray Society.

Dr. Stoffey declares that he has no relevant financial ties with any entity that manufactures, markets, resells, or distributes health care items or services consumed by or used on patients in relation to the content of this presentation.

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