Mary Woods

About me

I have over 30 years experience in cancer related lymphoedema during which I have worked extensively with people who are worried about developing lymphoedema after treatment for cancer and with those who have developed swelling in a part of their body. I am keen to empower and motivate people to manage their swelling in a way that is individual to them and that suits their lifestyle during all stages of their cancer journey. This may involve a number of approaches, all of which focus on control of this side effect of treatment for cancer.

Education, Qualtifications and Experience

• Registered nurse and independent nurse prescriber
• BSc in Health Studies
• MSc in Nursing
• 40 years experience of oncology in the NHS.
• Over 30 years experience as a Lymphoedema specialist
• Wide range of clinical skills in risk reduction and control of lymphoedema
• Author of 'Lymphoedema Management’ published 2007
• Portfolio of published papers in health related journals
• Wide experience of presenting at national and international conferences
• Wide experience in educating health care professionals about lymphoedema