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. 2021 May 28;36(10):779–796. doi: 10.1177/02683555211015887

Table 1.

Multidisciplinary team to assess people with lipedema at any time including prior to lipedema reduction surgery.

Team Domain
Medical Lipedema, lymphedema, bariatric, dermatological, endocrine, gastrointestinal, neurological, orthopedic, pain, sleep, vascular
Nutrition Healthy and sustainable eating plan
Behavioral/Psychiatric Depression, anxiety, eating disorders, body dysmorphic disorder 14 ; especially prior to any life-changing surgery or significant dietary change
Compression specialist Compression garment selection and fitting
Certified lymphatic therapist Tissue structure and mobilization, lymphatic function, nutrition, posture, gait, exercise, home self-care