Strategy and vision
Our VISION:
Individuals affected by lipoedema will receive appropriate diagnostic and functional assessment, leading to effective and evidence-based management strategies that meet their individual needs.
Our MISSION:
The ILA is dedicated to ensuring the best possible diagnosis and treatment for individuals with lipoedema by collaborating in an international, diverse, inclusive, and interdisciplinary team approach which is based on clinical evidence, expert experience, and a passion for improved therapy outcomes.
Our values and beliefs
- Evidence-based science & Research
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Courage & Change
- Care & Compassion
- Teamwork & Collaboration
Our goals:
- Increase knowledge about lipoedema by initiating and/or contributing to research programmes
- Build bridges between healthcare professionals and individuals with lipoedema by valuing their knowledge and experience
- Increase the understanding of lipoedema and its holistic management by creating and/or contributing to the development of education programmes for healthcare professionals and individuals with lipoedema
- Work closely with partner organisations to promote international collaboration
- Help the health care industry understand the needs of individuals with lipoedema
- Promote better access to treatment for individuals with lipoedema worldwide
- Promote and support initiatives to improve the diagnosis and management of individuals with lipoedema globally
- Communicate evidence-based knowledge on lipoedema by implementing and promoting an international, not-for-profit publications strategy