The Fourth Annual Lymphatic Disorder Conference, held at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) on September 18–19, 2025, brought together more than 120 physicians, researchers, nurses, interventionalists, and patient advocates from across the globe. Experts from Denmark, Israel, Korea, India, Poland, Argentina, Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, England, Italy and the United States gathered at CHOP to share knowledge and collaborate on innovations in the field of lymphatic science.
Emerging research and real-world clinical applications were highlighted through plenary sessions, case-based discussions, interactive panels, and breakout sessions, and a family panel underscored the critical role patient and caregiver perspectives play in care and research priorities.
Presentations of note
- “Landmarks and Progress in Lymphatic Systemomics” by Marlys H Witte, MD (University of Arizona College of Medicine), which was a plenary session exploring lymphology practice and treatment from past to present and setting the stage for future discovery.
- “Pediatric Lymphatic Disorders and Organ Defects” focused on the pathophysiology and clinical presentations of organ-specific lymphatic disorders, emphasizing recent advances in research, diagnosis and management.
Conference highlights
- Multidisciplinary Innovation: Experts from diverse fields including cardiology, oncology, radiology, surgery, pulmonology, immunology and lymphatic research shared collaborative approaches to improving care for patients with complex lymphatic disorders.
- Cutting-edge Research: Studies explored mechanisms of lymphatic dysfunction, advances in therapeutic targeting, and long-term outcomes for patients.
- Patient & Family Engagement: A family panel reinforced the importance of shared decision-making and integration of lived experiences into both research and clinical care.
- International Collaboration: Global leaders shared best practices and challenges in strengthening lymphatic medicine partnerships critical to progress.
- Poster Presentations: Abstracts showcased emerging research and innovative approaches across imaging, interventions, medical management and patient-centered care in lymphatic disorders.
Key conference takeaways
- Multidisciplinary collaboration remains a cornerstone to lymphatic care innovation.
- Diagnosis and treatment continue to be transformed by advances in imaging, surgical, interventional techniques and medical therapies.
- Patient and family voices are critical to research priority and improved clinical outcomes.
- Ongoing international partnerships expand expertise and access to care.
- Research and training are essential to accelerate discovery and support the next generation of lymphatic specialists.
The Fourth Annual Lymphatic Disorder Conference once again highlighted the extraordinary momentum in this field. Through shared commitment, collaboration, and innovation, the future of lymphatic care will remain brighter than ever.
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The Fourth Annual Lymphatic Disorder Conference, held at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) on September 18–19, 2025, brought together more than 120 physicians, researchers, nurses, interventionalists, and patient advocates from across the globe. Experts from Denmark, Israel, Korea, India, Poland, Argentina, Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, England, Italy and the United States gathered at CHOP to share knowledge and collaborate on innovations in the field of lymphatic science.
Emerging research and real-world clinical applications were highlighted through plenary sessions, case-based discussions, interactive panels, and breakout sessions, and a family panel underscored the critical role patient and caregiver perspectives play in care and research priorities.
Presentations of note
- “Landmarks and Progress in Lymphatic Systemomics” by Marlys H Witte, MD (University of Arizona College of Medicine), which was a plenary session exploring lymphology practice and treatment from past to present and setting the stage for future discovery.
- “Pediatric Lymphatic Disorders and Organ Defects” focused on the pathophysiology and clinical presentations of organ-specific lymphatic disorders, emphasizing recent advances in research, diagnosis and management.
Conference highlights
- Multidisciplinary Innovation: Experts from diverse fields including cardiology, oncology, radiology, surgery, pulmonology, immunology and lymphatic research shared collaborative approaches to improving care for patients with complex lymphatic disorders.
- Cutting-edge Research: Studies explored mechanisms of lymphatic dysfunction, advances in therapeutic targeting, and long-term outcomes for patients.
- Patient & Family Engagement: A family panel reinforced the importance of shared decision-making and integration of lived experiences into both research and clinical care.
- International Collaboration: Global leaders shared best practices and challenges in strengthening lymphatic medicine partnerships critical to progress.
- Poster Presentations: Abstracts showcased emerging research and innovative approaches across imaging, interventions, medical management and patient-centered care in lymphatic disorders.
Key conference takeaways
- Multidisciplinary collaboration remains a cornerstone to lymphatic care innovation.
- Diagnosis and treatment continue to be transformed by advances in imaging, surgical, interventional techniques and medical therapies.
- Patient and family voices are critical to research priority and improved clinical outcomes.
- Ongoing international partnerships expand expertise and access to care.
- Research and training are essential to accelerate discovery and support the next generation of lymphatic specialists.
The Fourth Annual Lymphatic Disorder Conference once again highlighted the extraordinary momentum in this field. Through shared commitment, collaboration, and innovation, the future of lymphatic care will remain brighter than ever.
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