O'Hamill Inc. is launching as a new ostomy support products company, and its first brand is HIRO Ostomy Support Belts™. You can read the full announcement on our press release page or download the printable PDF. Here I want to share the why behind it.
Getting Back to the Life I Love
I have lived with an ostomy since 2008. After surgery, I didn't want a list of things I couldn't do anymore. I wanted to surf, teach martial arts, keep up with my kids and feel secure doing all of it. That goal is what led me to become the inventor of the performance ostomy support belt, a belt built for sports and real activity, not just everyday wear.
Richard O'Hamill is the inventor and founder of Stealth Belt, Inc. Following the sale of Stealth Belt and the assignment of his patent rights to Stealth Belt, Richard founded a new business, O'Hamill Inc., focused on the development and marketing of innovative support products.
What 17 years taught me
Over 17 years in this industry, I've worked alongside WOC nurses and clinicians and spoken at ostomy support groups and educational conferences. The same things come up again and again: people want security, comfort and the freedom to move without thinking about their bag. Every HIRO ostomy support belt is designed around those three needs.
The HIRO collection
HIRO launches with two styles, each in a horizontal or vertical orientation:
- HIRO Performance: an adjustable ostomy support belt for sports, work and everyday activity, from the gym to the golf course to the ocean.
- HIRO Ultralight Sleek Fit: a lightweight, seamless slip on band that stays low profile under clothing.
Not sure which way to wear it? My horizontal vs vertical guide walks through both, and the size guide helps you find the right fit. You can find more answers in our FAQ.
A real person behind the brand
Every order ships free with next day dispatch. If you have questions, you can contact us or schedule a Zoom video call to talk with someone who has an ostomy. Healthcare professionals can visit our Nurse Resources page for patient materials and team inservices.
If you're new to life with an ostomy, the UOAA's New Ostomy Patient Guide and support group finder are great places to start, and you can find a certified WOC nurse through the WOCN directory.
What comes next
HIRO is the first brand under O'Hamill Inc., and it's just the beginning. Follow along on Instagram @hirobelt and read more of my story on the Richard's Journey blog and in About Us.
Thank you for being part of this. Mahalo,
Richard O'Hamill
Founder and CEO, O'Hamill Inc.