United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc. (UOAA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports, empowers, and advocates for people who have had or who will have ostomy or continent diversion surgery.
Discover your people at our National Conference. Thursday through Saturday, August 10-12, 2023 in Houston, Texas!
UOAA promotes quality of life for people with ostomies and continent diversions through information, support, advocacy and collaboration.
Medically reviewed surgery-specific information. Ostomy pouch management tips, diet & nutrition, skincare, sexuality, travel tips and more!
Join our national advocacy network and take action on issues that affect the quality of life of all people living with an ostomy or continent diversion in the United States.
Find local peer support at one of our 300+ support groups in the U.S., get answers to questions on our online discussion board, or connect with our Facebook community.
The official publication of the UOAA, The Phoenix Ostomy Magazine, answers the many questions and challenges of living with an ostomy or being a caregiver.
Topics include:
Skin Care • Odor Control
Diet • Exercise • Intimacy
New Products • Accessories
Psychosocial Issues and much more!
Exclusive, in-depth articles written by medical doctors, ostomy nurses and experts in stoma care offer advice and solutions while personal stories inspire us all. Each subscription includes a FREE New Ostomy Patient Guide and FREE ostomy product samples.
Read Our Patient Stories Below:
“If I have learned anything it’s that you need to listen to your body, and if there is something you really want to do, you can find a way to make it happen.”
“Many people think that having to wear an ileostomy bag would be unpleasant and very difficult. There is some truth in that at first, but I learned on the journey that it was a blessing.”
“Getting an ostomy was the best thing that ever happened to me, I got my life back.”
Join us on social media and help spread the word.
United Ostomy Associations of America
P.O. Box 525
Kennebunk, ME 04043-0525
Call us toll-free at: 1-800-826-0826.
Our Information Line hours are Monday-Friday, 9am to 3pm (Wednesday until 2pm) EST. If you have an emergency, please dial 911 or contact your local medical professional.
Please understand that UOAA is a private, nonprofit, advocacy and informational organization. We are not a medical facility and we do not have medical or legal professionals on staff. Therefore, UOAA does not provide Medical, Mental Health, Insurance or Legal Advice.
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Best-in-Practice Care for Ostomy PatientsOctober 11, 2022 - 1:17 pm
Diet and Digestion with an OstomyOctober 6, 2022 - 12:35 pm
6 Ways You (Yes, You) Can Make a Difference on Ostomy Awareness DaySeptember 30, 2022 - 5:48 pm
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