Testimonials

Over 12 years, I've had the good fortune of being a client of Phyllis. I have suffered from chronic leg lymphedema for over 30 years and was in dire need of a specialist to assist with compression stocking ordering and MLD treatments. I have worked with Phyllis for years and her kind and compassionate care for me as patient was overflowing. Phyllis was fully understanding of my particular needs, physical and emotional. She patiently assisted me with years of ordering for regular stockings and more recently, for many custom stockings for several procedures I had. Phyllis is completely professional, most thorough and helpful in all stages of my difficult journey. I also benefitted greatly from her MLD treatments. In the suffering of this lifelong condition, Phyllis aided me and my needs beautifully. I have recently moved but would recommend Phyllis to anyone suffering from lymphedema and the many facets of care required.

SG

September, 2023

I have been a client of the Ginger-K Lymphedema and Cancer Care Center and Phyllis Tubbs-Gingerich for numerous years now. Phyllis has assisted me with lymphedema garments in measuring, making recommendations, and ordering garments that I require for my day-to-day living. For those that may not understand, these garments control this chronic disease to be manageable, but only if the garments are ordered and made correctly. Incorrectly ordered or made garments can cause severe health issues so it is vital these garments are correct. I choose to go to Phyllis because she has decades of experience in this field and in my case, I am a more severe case client which requires the most expertise I can get. I appreciate how Phyllis will take the time to understand my concerns and to do what’s required to ensure what I need is taken care of. This includes reaching out to vendors and case study opportunities. Phyllis makes the process easy for me and I trust her when I need to make replacement orders or advice.

O

September, 2023

In January 2007, I had a complete hysterectomy, including the removal of 41 lymph nodes in the left pelvic area. In September 2007, following a flight to the east coast, I developed swelling in my left quadrant, including leg and abdominal area. Upon consulting my doctor, I was informed that I had lymphedema as a result of my surgery. The surgeon who performed my hysterectomy referred me to Phyllis Tubbs-Gingerich, the Medical Director at the Ginger-K Lymphedema & Cancer Care Center in Morgan Hill. Ms. Tubbs-Gingrich proceeded to give me and my husband a thorough education on the lymphatic system. She gave me a copy of the Lymphedema Self Care Manual which she had written and published. This is a manual with methods to help control and deal with lymphatic symptoms. She taught us how to do manual lymph drainage daily in order to keep the lymphatic fluids flowing as well as how to do bandaging of my affected limb when necessary. She showed me how to use a directional flow garment at night in order to reduce swelling of the affected limb. As I was experiencing periodic infections or inflammations, per my doctor, she taught me how to treat the onset of these symptoms. She also told me about a sequential pump that could help in the reduction of lymphedema symptoms. Ms. Tubbs-Gingrich has been my lymphedema therapist for 14 years and has helped me tremendously with a difficult disease and under her care my disease has not progressed and has been controlled as much as lymphedema can be. She is extremely knowledgeable about lymphedema and readily and professionally shares her knowledge. She is in contact with medical professionals, around the world, who deal with lymphedema, and is widely respected for her abilities as well as for her caring of each and everyone of her patients. I would highly recommend her to anyone dealing with lymphedema. I have no idea how I would have been able to deal with this disease without her help. Her knowledge is unmatched.

JS

September, 2023

Thank you for being the consummate medical professional, providing expertise and guidance for treatment of my lymphatic edema. As you know, I have had multiple procedures to reduce the volume of my leg, and you have been an extremely effective part of my treatment, providing custom made compression garments at each stage. I appreciate you being responsive in appointments and quick turnaround on the garments, while providing expertise in measurement and making clear the choices for the optimal fit. When I previously received a garment that was not tolerable to wear, you initiated a return with the vendor which was above and beyond what I expected. I also appreciate that you stay current with new technologies and methods for treating Lymphadema, as exemplified in your enrolling me for participation in a beta test of a new compression device.

HG

September, 2023

I am delighted to write a heartfelt testimonial for Phyllis Tubbs-Gingerich, a true gem in the field of medical professionals specializing in Lipedema treatment and specialized garments post-surgery. My journey with Lipedema has been a challenging one, and I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have crossed paths with Phyllis. From the very first consultation, Phyllis displayed a level of empathy, expertise, and dedication that immediately put me at ease. Her wealth of knowledge in Lipedema treatment is truly remarkable. She not only possesses a deep understanding of the condition but also stays up-to-date with the latest research and treatments. What sets Phyllis apart is her genuine concern for her patients' well-being. She took the time to thoroughly assess my condition, discuss treatment options, and answer all my questions patiently. Her ability to explain complex medical concepts in a clear and compassionate manner made me feel empowered and informed throughout my treatment journey. Phyllis played a pivotal role in my post-surgery recovery. Her expertise in providing specialized garments is second to none. She ensured that I had the perfect fit and comfort, which significantly contributed to my healing process. Her attention to detail and commitment to my recovery were truly exceptional. Thank you, Phyllis, for your outstanding care and support. You have made an immeasurable difference in my life.

LK

September, 2023

Phyllis Tubbs-Gingerich is a consummate practitioner in the healing arts, especially in treating lymphedema. She has a thorough knowledge of this tragic disease that some people are born with and many patients suffer from as a result of undergoing surgery. She certainly has more expertise in this treatment area than most medical people, especially physicians. In fact, she is recognized by Stanford University, the Veterans Administration, and Kaiser Permanente as a lymphedema treatment expert.Phyllis is very creative in her approach and has an uncanny way of ferreting out new ways of treating this disease. As a result, over the more than thirty years of her practice, she continues to devise not only ground-breaking garments but also mechanical means of helping patients deal with lymphedema. She also, in some ways, “wrote the book” on lymphedema, having just published the fourth edition of her Lymphedema Self-Care Manual. As its name implies, the manual thoroughly explains the causes and characteristics of this disease. It then gives patients very detailed instructions on every aspect of its treatment – all in an easy-to-read manner without technical jargon. It is an educational tour de force to help patients take charge of and manage their own treatment. Phyllis Tubbs-Gingerich has unquestionably helped advance the science and treatment of lymphedema.To be sure, in order to create a long-standing medical practice of such professional knowledge and competence, it must be accompanied by genuine patient-oriented care. And the nature of lymphedema treatment means that the practitioner must manipulate the affected area of the patient’s body, which can often be a very sensitive, intimate, and painful experience for the patient. Of course, some patients can negatively interpret this type of massage (lymphatic drainage). Needless to say, the practitioner must have bold compassion, patience, empathy, caring, and understand-ing. Anything less than a superior quality of respectful service would have long ago brought Phyllis Tubbs-Gingerich’s practice to a standstill. Her reputation as a provider of such services is sterling; her patients love her and the professionals who refer them have the utmost respect for her. Phyllis is well-known for her caring, compassionate, respectful, and ethical treatment of those who suffer.

Respectfully,Dr. William M. King, Retired
Professor and Counseling Practitioner

BK

September, 2023

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