United Ostomy Associations
of America, Inc. (UOAA)
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.
Link to: Support Group Finder
Support
Find trusted ostomy support through UOAA’s support groups, Virtual Ostomy Clinic, and online community for expert guidance and peer connections.
Education
Medically reviewed ostomy resources with expert guidance on pouch care, diet, skin care, intimacy, travel, and daily living from pediatrics to adulthood.
Resources
Whether you’re new to the ostomy community or have years of experience, explore trusted tools, resources, and guides to support you.
Link to: Advocacy
Advocacy
Join UOAA’s advocacy network to protect ostomy access, improve quality of life, and make your voice heard on issues affecting the ostomy community.
Explore UOAA’s Resources
Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K
Learn About Affiliated Support Groups
Inflammatory Bowel Disease & Ostomy
Outpatient Ostomy Services
UOAA Virtual Ostomy Clinic
NEW! To UOAA
Children to Young Adults
with Ostomies
Comprehensive guidance for parents and caregivers on what to expect when a child or young adult is living with an ostomy.
Ostomy
Marketplace
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.
Upcoming Events
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Ostomy Awareness Day 2026
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Strength · Empowerment · Resilience
Patient stories, ostomy news, and tips and tricks to navigate your ostomy journey.
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Contact Us
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.
