May 29, 2025 // 11am (Sao Paulo, BR) 5pm (Cairo, EG)

Challenging lipedema cases: an international multidisciplinary approach

Experience global expertise in lipedema care – live from Brazil - 90 min free education!

Join us for a unique MOH Connect webinar, broadcasting live from the renowned Lipedema Institute in Brazil, where top experts from South America, the Middle East, and Europe come together to exchange clinical insights and best practices in the treatment of lipedema. From vascular assessment and surgical techniques to live demonstrations of compression solutions, this event offers a truly global perspective on multidisciplinary care.

Agenda

  • Introduction and overview of the multidisciplinary approach to lipedema (Lipedema Institute)

  • Clinical insights: vascular assessment and surgical treatment approaches (Brazil & Egypt case presentations)

  • Interactive panel discussion with guest speakers and audience Q&A

  • Live patient demonstration using various compression devices

  • Event will be held in English

 

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Speakers

Dr Fabio Kamamoto

Dr. Fabio Kamamoto, BR (Website)

He was resident in General Surgery and Plastic Surgery at the Hospital das Clínicas de São Paulo. He received his Master's Degree in Plastic Surgery from the Department of Plastic Surgery, School of Medicine, USP (2006) and PhD in the area of healing at the Hospital das Clinicas, School of Medicine, USP (2017). He has experience in Plastic Surgery, with emphasis on healing, working mainly on the following topics: breast reconstruction, healing, keloids and surgical treatment of lipedema. He is a full member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery. He has a postgraduate degree from the Plastic Surgery Division of the Hospital das Clínicas, FMUSP, whose master's thesis was "experimental models for scarring studies" and a PhD in Sciences from USP.

 

Dr. Ahmed Magdy Bakr, EG (Facebook)

An emerging leader in plastic and reconstructive surgery in Egypt and Middle east region as well as an international expert on panels in various events. He is a member of the Egyptian Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ESPR) with more than 12 years of intensive experience. Dr. Bakr brings a unique blend of clinical excellence, surgical innovation, and patient-centered care, with a growing reputation in the field of lipedema reduction surgery.

 

Dr. Jacqueline Munaretto, BR (LinkedIn)

Physiotherapist with a PhD in Oncology from AC Camargo Cancer Center.

Coordinator of the Lymphedema Clinic at UNIFESP and President of Instituto Oncoexperts. Former Vice President of the Brazilian Association of Oncology Physiotherapy (ABFO, 2017–2021).

Board-certified in Oncology and Women’s Health Physiotherapy, with specializations in hospital care, ICU, women’s health, and acupuncture. Author of Physiotherapy in Oncology, with 17 years of experience in oncology, lymphology, and clinical research.

 

Dr. Vitor Gornati, BR (LinkedIn)

MD, PhD from USP

Postgraduate at Harvard. Fellow in Endovascular Surgery at Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein. Medical Residency in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at USP

 

Dr. Kerelous George, EG (LinkedIn)

Certified lymphedema therapist and founder of International lymphedema centers ILC,

Dr. George brings over 15 years of intensive clinical expertise in lymphedema and lipoedema management. With a passion for patient-centered care and innovation in compression therapy. He combines hands-on experience with deep physiological knowledge to advance treatment strategies and outcomes. 

 

 

Moderators

 

Mahmoud Elghadban

Dr. Mohamed Omar Elfarok, EG
M.Sc, FRCSEng, FRCSEd, IME

He is a consultant vascular and endovascular surgeon with expertise in advanced endovascular and open procedures for critical limb ischemia, diabetic vascular disease, and complex aortic aneurysms. He also specializes in hybrid techniques for PVD, varicose veins, and dialysis access.

He completed his medical degree at Ain Shams University and vascular surgery training in the UK’s West Midlands rotation, earning fellowships from both the Royal College of Surgeons of England and Edinburgh in 1994. He currently serves at the General Organization of Teaching Hospitals and Institutes (GOTHI) in Cairo.

Dr. Elfarok is active in surgical education, simulation, and skills training, and has published widely. He also serves as an examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

Website

 

Mahmoud Elghadban

Dr. Mahmoud Elghadban, CH
Head of Business Excellence SIGVARIS GROUP

Dr. Mahmoud Elghadban is co-founder of MOH a global platform dedicated to advancing education and collaboration among healthcare professionals specializing in vascular health with +15 years of experience in the field of venous and lymphatic disorders, he has different roles in marketing, educations and training focusing on compression therapy and venous disorders, currently serving as the Head of Business Excellence at SIGVARIS GROUP.

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