09/04/2026
Remembering Dr. David Keast
The Lymphedema Association of Newfoundland and Labrador extends our deepest condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, and countless members of the lymphedema community who are mourning the loss of **Dr. David Keast**.
Dr. Keast was a remarkable advocate, educator, researcher, and leader whose contributions helped shape the landscape of lymphedema care in Canada.
As a founding co-chair of the Canadian Lymphedema Framework, he was instrumental in advancing education, research, awareness, and advocacy for people living with lymphedema across our country. His research helped bring greater understanding to the prevalence and lived impact of lymphedema in Canada, while his commitment to evidence-informed care helped move the field forward.
For those of us working to improve awareness and access to lymphedema care in Newfoundland and Labrador, his legacy is especially meaningful. The work we continue today is part of a much larger Canadian movement that Dr. Keast helped build.
We are grateful for his years of dedication to this community and for the lasting impact of his work.
**His contribution to lymphedema care in Canada will continue to be felt for generations to come.**
Our thoughts are with all who knew and worked alongside him.
— The Lymphedema Association of Newfoundland and Labrador
We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of Dr. David H. Keast.
David was a founding member of the Canadian Lymphedema Framework and one of the organization’s most important and enduring leaders. He served first as Co-Chair, then as Chair and Treasurer, and most recently as Past Chair.
His contributions to the CLF were extraordinary. He supported our work with deep knowledge, experience, care, and compassion; served on our Editorial Board and Scientific Committee; helped shape our conferences; contributed to Pathways; and provided trusted guidance on educational materials, consensus statements, and national initiatives.
David’s influence extended across wound care and lymphedema communities in Canada and internationally. For the CLF, his loss is profound.
We extend our deepest condolences to David’s family, friends, colleagues, patients, and all those whose lives and work were touched by him.
A fuller tribute will be published in the Winter issue of Pathways.
To read the full announcement visit: https://conta.cc/4bYMsQm
