For Clinicians

While Lipedema is not rare, a proper diagnosis is often missed.
There are not many trained specialists in the field today, although that is changing. Thanks to growing patient awareness of the condition and recent inroads in scientific research, Lipedema is on its way to becoming a more widely-recognized disease.

Clinician and healthcare resources

Check out the following resources to learn more about diagnosing and treating Lipedema:

About the Lipedema Foundation

The Lipedema Foundation aims to define, diagnose, and develop treatments for Lipedema and is the largest funder of Lipedema research. Our work focuses on understanding the biology of Lipedema and improving diagnosis. We have provided $12.5 million in research funding, supported projects globally, and established the LF patient registry with over 4,096 participants. We also work to increase awareness through educational materials, conferences, social media outreach, and healthcare provider education.