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In this webinar:
Stella Salpigtidis, Senior Speech Pathologist at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, will provide a practical overview of internal head and neck oedema from a speech pathology perspective, including assessment approaches, clinical indicators, and management strategies.
The session concludes with a Q&A panel featuring both Stella and Dr Amanda Pigott, exploring questions about internal oedema, its interplay with external lymphoedema and effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.
This webinar is designed specifically for lymphoedema therapists seeking evidence-informed, patient-centred strategies for assessment and management.
A follow-up episode of the Lymphoedema Insights podcast will be promoted as a companion learning resource.
Learning outcomes:
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Recognise the clinical features and functional impact of internal head and neck lymphoedema in people treated for head and neck cancer.
- Understand the role of speech pathology in the assessment and management of internal oedema.
- Identify how internal and external head and neck lymphoedema may interact and influence care planning.
- Apply strategies to enhance collaboration and referral within multidisciplinary teams, including hospital and private practice settings.
- Reflect on how patient-centred, team-based approaches improve outcomes for people living with head and neck lymphoedema.
Speakers:
Stella Salpigtidis – Senior Speech Pathologist, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Dr Amanda Pigott – Advanced Occupational Therapist, Cancer Services, Princess Alexandra Hospital
Maree O’Connor (Host) – Lymphoedema Physiotherapist, Lymphoedema Education Solutions, Chronic Oedema Solutions
