Heart to Heart Navigating Lipedema Together6 Nov 2024

Workplace Advocacy and Lymphatic Care with Dr. Leslyn Keith

In this heart to heart conversation Dr. Catherine Seo and Lisa Duerre are joined by Dr. Leslyn Keith, OTD, CLT-LANA, a certified lymphedema therapist and Director of Research for The Lipedema Project. Together, they dive into the intersection of leadership, workplace advocacy, and lymphatic care, sharing insights on how to better support individuals living with hidden disabilities like Lipedema in professional settings.

Dr. Keith, who has over 20 years of experience treating lymphatic and fat disorders, highlights the importance of accessible care and ongoing research in lymphedema and Lipedema management. She also emphasizes the role of workplace accommodations and the benefits of flexible work environments for those managing chronic conditions.

Lisa Duerre reflects on her personal journey of leading in the tech industry while navigating Lipedema, offering practical insights on workplace advocacy for hidden disabilities and the critical role of well-being in leadership. Together, they explore strategies for building supportive workplace cultures that prioritize empathy, inclusivity, and mental health. Lisa also shares advice on preventing burnout, advocating for oneself, and the importance of flexibility for employees dealing with chronic illnesses.

This episode underscores the shared commitment to leadership, advocacy, and creating workplaces that work for everyone. Dr. Seo, Lisa, and Dr. Keith encourage listeners to think critically about how leaders and organizations can better support employees with hidden health challenges.

Mentioned in this episode:

Lipedema Project Provider Directory: https://lipedemaproject.org/lipedema-lipoedema-lipodem-provider-directory/

Lipedema Simplified Calendar of Events:

https://lipedema-simplified.org/events-calendar/

This episode is brought to you by:

Lipedema Simplified:

https://lipedema-simplified.org/

Lipedema Project:

https://lipedemaproject.org

RLD Group:

https://rldgroupllc.com/

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