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Lymphatic Therapy


Services We Offer
Chronic Swelling
Post-Breast Cancer
Chronic Venous Insufficiency
Wound Care Healing
Orthopedic Surgery
Pre-Post Plastic Surgery
Holistic Maternity Program
Kinesio Taping
Esoteric Healing
Compression Garments


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954-455-2121
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Curriculum Vitae

Suzanne Humen Davey, OTR/L, CLT-LANA - Director and Owner

Suzanne Humen Davey, OTR/L, CLT-LANA is a registered/licensed Occupational Therapist, who graduated from Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut in 1995 with a BS in Occupational Therapy. In 1998, Suzanne was certified by the Dr. Vodder School North America in the method of Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD)/Combined Decongestive Therapy (CDT) and has been practicing MLD/CDT ever since.
Suzanne started her own business specializing in lymphatic treatment in August 1999, when she was still working at Aventura Hospital and Medical Center in Aventura, FL where she developed the first Lymphedema Treatment program in the area. In April 2000, she decided to leave the hospital and venture out on her own. Due to the misinformation and lack of knowledge in the Medical community about Lymphedema and the therapy available to treat this condition. Most physicians where not recognizing that if an edema is not reducing with conventional treatment such as diuretics and (RICE)-Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation, after ruling out all other medical possibilities, then it could simply be a “lymphedema”.
The current focus is to utilize the knowledge and expertise of all of the therapists certified in the European Method of Manual Lymph Drainage for the purpose of reducing lymphedema/ edema and empowering each patient with the education and information to maintain and improve their own quality of life through the use of treatment techniques and products that are appropriate for their individual needs. Suzanne has been actively participating in Lymphedema Research since 2003.
She is a member of the National Lymphedema Network, NAVALT, AOTA, FOTA, and the Lymphatic Research Foundation. She is a certified custom fitter for  Juzo, Mediven, Jobst (Elvarex), Reid Sleeve, Circ Aid, Farrow Wrap and Solaris. She has specialized training in Kinesio Taping, Wound Care Techniques, Ortho-Bionomy, Myofascial Release, and Reiki Healing.
Our program is the first Lymphatic Therapy program in the State of Florida to focus on Post-Plastic Surgery edema. Also, our pre-natal and pregnancy massage program is the first comprehensive Lymphatic Therapy program to focus on Moms-to-be.
In 2010, Suzanne founded Healing Hands Seminars to bring the knowledge of healing to light.

   

Margaret Glaser,  LPN-CLT
Office Administrator

Margaret Glaser, LPN-CLT, is a licensed practical nurse with 20 years of nursing experience. Margaret is Vodder certified in MLD/CDT through the Academy of Lymphatic Studies and has been practicing as a lymphatic therapist and wound care specialist since 2001. Margaret is a native of South Florida. Prior to her commitment to work in the field of lymphedema, she practiced as a pediatric nurse in her hometown of Pinecrest, Florida. Margaret’s experience with lymphedema encompasses Kinesio Taping and Wound Care Techniques. She is a certified custom garment fitter for Jobst (Elvarex), Juzo, Mediven, Reid Sleeve, Circ Aid, Farrow Wrap and Solaris. Margaret  participated in a Flexi-touch study at Nova Southeastern University with Dr. Harvey Mayrovitz

   

Margaret Previlon , MHS OTR/L, CLT 

Margaret graduated from the University of Florida in 1993 with a BHS in Rehabilitative Services and in 1998 with an MHS in Rehabilitation Counseling. After working in the mental health field for over 10 years, she received her Master of Occupational Therapy degree from Nova Southeastern University in 2008. She is a registered/licensed occupational therapist with experience in acute care, skilled nursing, long-term care, and home health.   Margaret became a Certified Lymphedema Therapist in the Vodder method of Manual Lymphatic Drainage & Complete Decongestive Therapy in 2009 through The Academy of Lymphatic Studies. She is a certified custom compression garment fitter for Jobst (Elvarex), Juzo, Mediven and Reid Sleeve.

 

Joi Derimsa LMT, LCT, CLT

Joi Derisma is a Licensed Massage/Colon Therapist, as well as a Certified Lymphedema Therapist and Aesthetician. Practicing since 2000, Joi graduated from Florida College of Natural Health in Miami, Florida with a 4.0 GPA.  In 2008, Joi attended the Academy of Lymphatic Studies and became certified in the Vodder Technique of Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Complete Decongestive Therapy.  Her credentials also include a re-certification in 2005 in Colon Hydro Therapy from the American Institute of Natural Health  and a Esthetician’s license in 2004. She has expertise in a broad range of therapeutic modalities and techniques that earned her induction into the “Massage Hall of Fame” in 2007.She is a certified custom compression garment fitter for Jobst (Elvarex), Juzo, Mediven and Reid Sleeve.

   

Janet Alvarez MA, OTR/L,CLT

Janet graduated from Nova Southeastern University in 2008 with a Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy.  She became certified as a Lymphedema Therapist through the Academy of Lymphatic Studies in 2009. She has specialized training in Wound Care Techniques for Lymphedema patients. JShe is a certified custom compression garment fitter for Jobst (Elvarex), Juzo, Mediven and Reid Sleeve. She is bilingual (Spanish-English)

 

 


Luiza Caparelli

Luiza graduated from University of Santo Amaro  in Brazil in 2001 with a 5 year Degree in Physical Therapy.  She has worked as a Physical Therapist for four years at Perola Byngton Hospital in Sao Paulo, Brazil and specializes in Lymphedema Treatment. She is currently a Research Assistant for various studies including breast cancer related lymphedema, an FDA approved laser and fibrosis.

 

   

Erin Murphy , LMT-CLT

Erin Murphy is a licensed massage therapist through Florida College of Natural Health where she was introduced to lymphedema treatment. Erin went to the Dr. Vodder School of North America to become certified in Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Combined Decongestive Therapy in 2004. She also works with Kinesio Taping, Marnitz Therapy and Pregnancy Massage. Currently erolled full-time at Barry University in Miami, Florida.

   

Marolyn Feinsinger OTR/L, CLT-LANA

Marolyn Feinsinger graduated from FIU with a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy in 1995. She became a Certified Lymphatic Therapist in January, 2001 having completed her training through the Academy of Lymphatic Studies. She is a certified custom compression garment fitter for Jobst (Elvarex), Juzo, Mediven and Reid Sleeve, and also works with Kinesio Taping.

   
Tanielle Brown
Front Desk Supervisor
Yolanda Fernandez
Office Staff

 

We believe that it is very important to maintain high standards in the treatment of Lymphedema. The Lymphatic Association of North America (LANA), is an organization that has designed an exam to ensure that lymphatic therapists have achieved an acceptable level of competency. We encourage anyone seeking treatment to be sure his or her therapist is fully certified. In order to become Vodder certified, a therapist must receive a minimum of 180 hours of instruction. In order to maintain certification, a therapist must be recertified every two years. No other program requires re-certification ensuring high standards and knowledge of the latest research and techniques.

Unfortunately, there are therapists treating lymphedema who claim to have had training in lymphatic therapy but are not fully certified. There are also therapists who have been certified by taking a weekend courses. The LANA certification exam was designed to "weed out" inadequately trained therapists. It is your right to inquire about certification before choosing a treatment facility.

 

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