Educational Tools

The American Vein & Lymphatic Society (AVLS) is the premier association for physicians and allied health professionals dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of venous and lymphatic disease. The AVLS seeks to improve the standards of medical practitioners, the quality of patient care and the level of assistance practitioners can access.

The American Venous Forum (AVF), is a non-profit society dedicated to improving the care of patients with venous & lymphatic disease. Its members and leadership are recognized internationally as thought leaders, expert investigators and the top clinicians in venous & lymphatic disease.

The Lymphatic Education & Research Network (LE&RN) is an internationally recognized non-profit organization founded in 1998 to fight lymphatic disease (LD) through education, research, and advocacy. 

The Lymphedema Advocacy Group is an all-volunteer organization of patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals and industry partners. Its mission is to advance lymphedema care in the U.S. by advocating for improved access to care for the diagnosis and treatment of the disease.

The National Lymphedema Network (NLN) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization founded in 1988 to provide education and guidance regarding lymphedema management to patients, healthcare professionals and the general public by disseminating information on the prevention and management of lymphedema. 

Founded in 1968, the Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society™ (WOCN®) is the largest and most recognized professional nursing community dedicated to advancing the practice and delivery of expert healthcare to individuals with wound, ostomy, and continence care needs.professionals and the general public by disseminating information on the prevention and management of lymphedema.