our services
What we do
We are here for all people impacted by ostomy or continent diversion surgery. We will gladly support, answer questions from individuals, medical care providers that are willing to work with the association for the benefit of people who have or will have intestinal or urinary diversions.
You can always rely on us
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Pre-operative stoma education Post-operative consultation
Scheduled follow-up after surgery for appliance fit and complication prevention
Fit for peristomal hernia belts
Consultation and treatment of peristomal skin complications Fit for peristomal hernia belts
Our Services
ONA provides a continuum of care for persons with an ostomy in patient and outpatient settings.
Our goals for the person/families with a new or established ostomy are to:
- Promote self-care and return to lifestyle
- Provide patient and family education throughout the acute care and outpatient setting
- Prevent skin complications and promote healing
- Act as a resource for all persons with an ostomy and/or family, regardless of where the original surgery was performed or how long they have had the ostomy