Ostomy Resources: Supplies, Nurses and Support
Living with an ostomy is easier with good information and the right supplies. Below are trusted companies and resources from across the ostomy community.
Ostomy Supplies
- Hollister – Pouching systems, skin barriers and ostomy accessories.
- Convatec – Ostomy pouches, barriers and patient support programs.
- Coloplast – Ostomy appliances, accessories and education.
- Safe n Simple – Skin care, adhesive removers and ostomy accessories.
Find an Ostomy Nurse
- Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN) – Professional society with a directory to help you find a certified ostomy nurse near you.
Education & Community
- United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA) – National nonprofit offering education, advocacy and a directory of local support groups.
- Ostomy 101 – Free, vendor-neutral nonprofit with ostomy care classes, videos and supply information.
- Crohn's & Colitis Foundation – Research, education and support groups for people living with IBD, a common reason for ostomy surgery.
- Girls With Guts – Community and support for women with IBD and ostomies.
- Ostomy Connection – News, lifestyle stories and inspiration for people living with an ostomy, founded by Christine Kim in 2015. Read my post about Christine.
- Vegan Ostomy – Patient run blog by Eric, an ileostomate since 2013, with honest ostomy care tips, videos, recipes and advice on eating a plant based diet with an ostomy. Read why I recommend it.
- Halo Ostomy – Makers of the Halo Stoma Guard, a protector that shields your stoma from bumps and pressure from belts and clothing.
- Osto-EZ-Vent – Made-in-USA vent that lets you release gas from any ostomy pouch on demand, without breaking the seal.
More From HIRO
- Free Ostomy Printables – TSA travel card, belt fitting guide and sizing chart.
- Traveling With an Ostomy – TSA airport security tips and packing checklist.
- Ostomy Belt FAQ – Sizing, sleeping, swimming, hernia support and more.
- Resources for WOC Nurses – Patient materials and belt info for ostomy nurses.
This page is maintained by HIRO (O'Hamill Inc.). Listings are informational and are not paid placements or endorsements. HIRO partners with Halo Ostomy and is a paid member of the Ostomy/Connection company directory; other companies listed are not affiliated with HIRO.