# National Lymphatic Centers > Certified lymphatic drainage and lymphedema therapy across three Chicago-area clinics. One specialty since 1991: the Vogel Method of manual lymphatic drainage, developed by founder Sharon M. Vogel. ## About - Specialty: Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD), lymphedema and lipedema therapy, post-surgical and oncology lymphatic care - Method: The Vogel Method of manual lymphatic drainage, developed by founder Sharon M. Vogel (LMT, CLT, BCTMB); taught through the Vogel Institute of Lymphology (est. 2021) - Locations: Three Illinois clinics — Hinsdale, Downers Grove (main), and Joliet - Team: Certified Lymphedema Therapists, including LANA-certified clinicians - Established: 1991 - Physician-referred; self-pay clinic with an itemized superbill available for possible insurance reimbursement ## Conditions treated - Lymphedema - Lipedema - Post-surgical swelling - Post-mastectomy lymphedema - Fibrosis after liposuction - Seroma after surgery ## Recognition - 4.8★ on Google across 184 reviews (three clinics) - Top Doctor in Chicago 2022 - Best of 2025 — Lymphatic Drain Therapists - BBB A+ accredited ## Contact - Phone: 630-828-6582 - Booking: no referral required