Digital community of practice in lymphoedema care: a perspective piece

Professional groups and communities of practice play an essential role in the advancement of knowledge, innovation, and professional development across various fields. Health related groups in particular provide a structured forum for health professionals to engage in meaningful exchanges about current and future trends, challenges, and practices. This paper details the history, technology, governance and utilisation of the digital Australian Lymphoedema Professional Google Group, successfully initiated and administered for over twenty years by an Australian occupational therapist. This paper examines how the group functions as a digital community of practice, broadly describing its impact on professional development, knowledge sharing, and the collective advocacy efforts of its members.