Find trusted ostomy support through UOAA’s support groups, Virtual Ostomy Clinic, and online community for expert guidance and peer connections.
Medically reviewed ostomy resources with expert guidance on pouch care, diet, skin care, intimacy, travel, and daily living from pediatrics to adulthood.
Whether you’re new to the ostomy community or have years of experience, explore trusted tools, resources, and guides to support you.
Join UOAA’s advocacy network to protect ostomy access, improve quality of life, and make your voice heard on issues affecting the ostomy community.
UOAA’s Virtual Ostomy Clinic, provided by The Wound Company, connects ostomates with WOCNCB-certified ostomy nurses through convenient telehealth visits. Receive personalized support for ostomy care, product selection, and supply management, along with ongoing guidance through text and email to help you feel confident every step of the way.
Find the ongoing care you need with UOAA’s Outpatient Ostomy Services Locator. Search by city, state, or ZIP code to connect with outpatient ostomy clinics and specialists who provide expert support after stoma creation or revision surgery.
Whether your ostomy is temporary or permanent, UOAA provides trusted, clinically reviewed resources to help individuals with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis prepare for surgery, adjust to life with an ostomy, and thrive with confidence.
United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA) is a national nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of people living with an ostomy or continent diversion. By affiliating your support group with UOAA, you’ll gain valuable resources, strengthen your organization, and become part of a nationwide community committed to education, advocacy, and peer support.
Celebrate Ostomy Awareness Day 2026 with the Virtual Ostomy 5k and in-person events around the country on October 3rd and 4th. The Ostomy 5k event is a key fundraiser to support the programs and services of United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc. (UOAA)
Everyone is invited to spread ostomy awareness this October! Whether you have or have had a colostomy, ileostomy, urostomy, jejunostomy or any continent diversion. Whether you are a caregiver, medical professional, family or friend of the cause we are one community that is stronger when working together to educate the public on these life-changing and often life-saving surgeries.
Comprehensive guidance for parents and caregivers on what to expect when a child or young adult is living with an ostomy.
Locate and explore ostomy-related products and services all in one place—so you can compare options, learn what each listing offers, and find resources that fit your needs.
Patient stories, ostomy news, and tips and tricks to navigate your ostomy journey.
Join us on social media and help spread the word.
United Ostomy Associations of America
P.O. Box 2293
Biddeford, ME 04005-2293
Call us toll-free at: 1-800-826-0826.
Our Information Line hours are Monday-Friday, 9am to 3pm 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. Visit UOAA Virtual Ostomy Clinic provided by The Wound Company for non-emergency, virtual ostomy support.
