While working with cancer patients, as a physical therapist assistant,  she realized that many felt "alone" in their new, life-long maintenance programs often required after lymph node removal. Patients often request to come back to the clinic after being discharged for the "massage" used by certified lymphatic therapists to reduce swelling.  

To fill this need, Deborah worked with other rehab and lymphatic therapists, oncologists, and integrative departments to create a specialized massage for cancer survivors affected by lymphatic damage. Through this collaboration, a specialized oncology lymphatic massage program was created and offered to MD Anderson Cancer Center patients in Gilbert, Arizona.

After relocating, Deborah founded Pink Ribbon Lymphatic Massage, LLC in Scottsdale, Arizona and has put together a talented team of rehab professionals.  Each therapist at Pink Ribbon is a specialists in the field of lymphatic therapy and dedicated to serving those who are seeking evidence based and safe lymphatic care.