Lymphoedema: Taking Control by John Boyages (Author)

About

From the author of other Taking Control Books: Breast Cancer; DCIS and Male Breast Cancer

Reviews

“As a patient of John Boyages, I was so grateful for his professionalism and for the compassion and clarity with which he explained the options available to me during my breast cancer treatment. All these qualities are evident in this wonderfully practical book. John has the unique ability to convey complex medical information in a manner that makes it both digestible and easy to apply for the layperson.”

—Liane Moriarty

Australian author

“This is an excellent book that explains what lymphoedema is in an easy-to-understand way for the patient. It must be translated to other languages! My congratulations!”

—Professor Håkan Brorson

Senior Consultant and Founding Director of the Lymphedema Unit at the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery,

Skåne University Hospital, Malmö; Department of Clinical Sciences,

Lund University, and Lund University Cancer Centre

“This book is a heartfelt and practical resource for understanding how to take control in the prevention and management of lymphoedema, from screening to compression, exercise, and how to live a full life despite the diagnosis. John breaks down such complex topics into practical advice while keeping the patient central in his every word.”

—Cheryl Brunelle

Associate Director of the Lymphedema Research Program at Massachusetts General Hospital

“With a long-term vision and commitment to strategy focused on helping and supporting patients, John Boyages and I have worked together for years to improve lymphoedema care. This book is an essential part of that mission.”

—Associate Professor Louise Koelmeyer

Director of the Australian Lymphoedema Education,

Research and Treatment (ALERT) Centre at Macquarie University

“John Boyages is a leader in the field of lymphoedema treatment. His dedication and expertise shine through in this must-read book for patients and healthcare professionals alike.”

—Clinical Associate Professor Helen Mackie

Medical Lead of the ALERT Centre at Macquarie University

“John has crafted an extraordinary resource for patients and clinicians dealing with breast cancer-related lymphoedema. His focus on empowering patients with knowledge, practical strategies and the latest research makes this book an invaluable guide.”

—Professor Sheila Ridner

Ingram Professor of Nursing,

Vanderbilt University School of Nursing

“Lymphoedema: Taking Control is an essential guide for anyone facing lymphoedema or supporting someone through it. John Boyages brings both empathy and expertise to the topic, providing a clear and compassionate roadmap for understanding and managing this complex condition. This book not only addresses the practical aspects of lymphoedema care but also speaks to the emotional challenges patients face. John’s commitment to patient education and his deep understanding of the condition make this book an important resource for patients, families and healthcare providers.”

—Professor Alphonse Taghian

Professor of Radiation Oncology at Harvard Medical School

and Director of the Lymphedema Research Program at Massachusetts General Hospital