OLTCC Community of Practice: Approach to Peripheral Edema in Long-Term Care
Join us for a practical and clinically focused Community of Practice session exploring the assessment and management of peripheral edema in the long-term care (LTC) setting.
In this session, Dr. George Heckman will guide participants through a structured, evidence-informed approach to evaluating lower extremity edema in LTC residents. Drawing on his extensive clinical and academic expertise, Dr. Heckman will highlight common etiologies, key assessment considerations, and pragmatic management strategies tailored to the complexities of long-term care populations.
The discussion will address:
- Differentiating common causes of peripheral edema in LTC
- Practical bedside assessment approaches
- When to investigate further — and when not to
- Management strategies that balance clinical benefit, resident comfort, and care goals
- Common pitfalls and clinical pearls for LTC teams
- This session is designed for LTC clinicians and leaders seeking to strengthen their diagnostic confidence and optimize care for residents presenting with peripheral edema.
COP is now accredited!
This one-credit per hour Group Learning program has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario Chapter for up to 1 Mainpro+ credit.
To be eligible for credit:
Participants must remain available for the entire duration of the session. A mandatory post-session survey must be completed in order to receive your certificate.
Registration is required to attend. Only registered participants will be sent the Teams link prior to the session.