When you have a relatively unknown condition like lymphedema you feel like you are working without a net. But Las Vegas is lucky in that we have help. We are finally getting some additional trained certified MLD therapists in Las Vegas. Here is some great info on LE. I did this little guide in case others are in need: VODDER Trained: Las Vegas Laurie D'Andrea, LMT (LANA certified) (works at Close PT Clinic) 702-376-4598 or 702-228-9038 email: laurielee72@hotmail.com Nevada Lymphatic Therapy Services 3880 S. Jones Blvd., Suite #100 Las Vegas, NV 89103 Phone 702-367-6015 Fax: 702-367-0614 Joanne Matz,OT (LANA certified) Klose-Norton trained: Patricia Flynn, PT Jack D. Close & Associates Tel: 702 215-4350 FAX: 702-215-4356 E-Mail: tfpt22@msn.com Patricia Richardson, OTR/L Tel: 702-731-8855 Opt 3 FAX: 702-731-8667 E-Mail: jasonrich@lvcm.com NEVADA Las Vegas 702-731-8855 x3 Place to buy a Circ-Aid garment Nevada Lymphatic Therapy Services 3880 S. Jones Blvd., Suite #100 Las Vegas, NV 89103 Phone 702-367-6015 Fax: 702-367-0614 certified fitter for Reid Sleeve, Jobst, Juzo and Elvarex CircAid - Joanne Matz Physicians Assistant who knows lymphedema Chuck Johnson,P.A. Advanced Housecall 702-838-7110,pager 702-368-9777 I found Chuck who helps me handle my lymphedema and makes housecalls. a real service. He is well versed in alt med also. They will come to your hotel room also if needed. Podiatrist (a most important part of your healthcare if you have primary lymphedema in lower limbs,like me--Todd is special and very supportive of lymphedema patients and makes housecalls) Dr. Todd Zang 9300 Sun City Blvd # 101 Las Vegas, NV 89134 (702) 838-8558 Emergency room services on the strip area: Emergency services are available 24 hours a day at University Medical Center, 1800 W. Charleston Blvd., at Shadow Lane (tel. 702/383-2661); the emergency room entrance is on the corner of Hastings and Rose streets. Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center, 3186 Maryland Pkwy., between Desert Inn Road and Sahara Avenue (tel. 702/731-8080), also has a 24-hour emergency room. For more minor problems, if you are on the Strip, the Imperial Palace has a 24-hour urgent care facility, the Resorts Medical Center, an independently run facility on the 8th floor, with doctors and X-ray machines; it's located at 3535 Las Vegas Blvd. S., between the Sands and Flamingo (tel. 702/731-3311). White Cross Drugs, 1700 Las Vegas Blvd. S. (tel. 702/382-1733), open daily 7am to 1am, will make pharmacy deliveries to your hotel during the day should you forget your meds and need to have a prescription called in. For those who want to go to Los Algodones Mexico,the nearest border town,you can buy cheap medicine legally. Many Nevadans drive there and bring back expensive in the US but cheap down there medications. An excellent site to look up drug names and information is available online also. If you need to rent a vehicle that is setup for wheelchairs contact these people. Also,if you need to rent a motorized scooter,you can do that. If you want you can even reserve a limo online to meet you right outside of baggage claim. Best online resources to read about lymphedema: If you develop cellulitis,a good resource for care is available at http://www.lymphedemacircleofhope.org/infection.ht m Why I don't use a compression pump As I find other resources I will add them. Dean Hughson,primary lymphedema Las Vegas |
Las Vegas Nevada Lymphedema Information-A list of resources I have found in the most exciting city in the US |
When you have a relatively unknown condition like lymphedema you feel like you are working without a net. But Las Vegas is lucky in that we have help. We are finally getting some additional trained certified MLD therapists in Las Vegas. Here is some great info on LE. I did this little guide in case others are in need: VODDER Trained: Las Vegas Laurie D'Andrea, LMT (LANA certified) (works at Close PT Clinic) 702-376-4598 or 702-228-9038 email: laurielee72@hotmail.com Nevada Lymphatic Therapy Services 3880 S. Jones Blvd., Suite #100 Las Vegas, NV 89103 Phone 702-367-6015 Fax: 702-367-0614 Joanne Matz,OT (LANA certified) Klose-Norton trained: Patricia Flynn, PT Jack D. Close & Associates Tel: 702 215-4350 FAX: 702-215-4356 E-Mail: tfpt22@msn.com Patricia Richardson, OTR/L Tel: 702-731-8855 Opt 3 FAX: 702-731-8667 E-Mail: jasonrich@lvcm.com NEVADA Las Vegas 702-731-8855 x3 Place to buy a Circ-Aid garment Nevada Lymphatic Therapy Services 3880 S. Jones Blvd., Suite #100 Las Vegas, NV 89103 Phone 702-367-6015 Fax: 702-367-0614 certified fitter for Reid Sleeve, Jobst, Juzo and Elvarex CircAid - Joanne Matz Physicians Assistant who knows lymphedema Chuck Johnson,P.A. Advanced Housecall 702-838-7110,pager 702-368-9777 I found Chuck who helps me handle my lymphedema and makes housecalls. a real service. He is well versed in alt med also. They will come to your hotel room also if needed. Podiatrist (a most important part of your healthcare if you have primary lymphedema in lower limbs,like me--Todd is special and very supportive of lymphedema patients and makes housecalls) Dr. Todd Zang 9300 Sun City Blvd # 101 Las Vegas, NV 89134 (702) 838-8558 Emergency room services on the strip area: Emergency services are available 24 hours a day at University Medical Center, 1800 W. Charleston Blvd., at Shadow Lane (tel. 702/383-2661); the emergency room entrance is on the corner of Hastings and Rose streets. Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center, 3186 Maryland Pkwy., between Desert Inn Road and Sahara Avenue (tel. 702/731-8080), also has a 24-hour emergency room. For more minor problems, if you are on the Strip, the Imperial Palace has a 24-hour urgent care facility, the Resorts Medical Center, an independently run facility on the 8th floor, with doctors and X-ray machines; it's located at 3535 Las Vegas Blvd. S., between the Sands and Flamingo (tel. 702/731-3311). White Cross Drugs, 1700 Las Vegas Blvd. S. (tel. 702/382-1733), open daily 7am to 1am, will make pharmacy deliveries to your hotel during the day should you forget your meds and need to have a prescription called in. For those who want to go to Los Algodones Mexico,the nearest border town,you can buy cheap medicine legally. Many Nevadans drive there and bring back expensive in the US but cheap down there medications. An excellent site to look up drug names and information is available online also. If you need to rent a vehicle that is setup for wheelchairs contact these people. Also,if you need to rent a motorized scooter,you can do that. If you want you can even reserve a limo online to meet you right outside of baggage claim. Best online resources to read about lymphedema: If you develop cellulitis,a good resource for care is available at http://www.lymphedemacircleofhope.org/infection.ht m Why I don't use a compression pump As I find other resources I will add them. Dean Hughson,primary lymphedema Las Vegas |
(Las Vegas isn't complete without having heard Viva Las Vegas and seeing 1 of the several hundred impersonators in Las Vegas..just don't buy one of the cheap velvet paintings..You know those pants of his would be great for my lower limb lymphedema...haha). |
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