The International Ostomy Association (IOA), an association of Regional Ostomy Associations, is committed to the improvement of the quality of life of Ostomates and those with related surgeries, worldwide.
It provides to its member associations, information and management guidelines, helps to form new to my associations, and advocates on all related matters and policies.
It is organized to grow and develop while remaining independent and financially viable
This Charter of Ostomates’ Rights presents the special needs of this particular group and the care they require.
They have to receive the information and care which will enable them to live a self-determined and independent life and to participate in all decision making processes.
It is the declared objective of the International Ostomy Association that this CHARTER shall be realised in all Countries of the World.
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The ASPOA region will hold its 5th Conference since the time when Asia and the
It’s with great sadness that the European Ostomy Association EOA announces that Prof. Dr. Gerhard Englert,
We have received the news on the passing of Ria from her niece Arjette Klare.
The recent World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET®) Congress held in Vancouver celebrated outstanding individuals
We acknowledge the collaboration of manufacturers and distributors providing quality ostomy products for ostomy patients. Our four major industry partners have sponsored the publishing of the IOA website.
The future of every association is being able to find young men and women who are willing to take up the cudgels for ostomy advocacy in every country. The 20/40 Focus Group is not only intended to provide a forum where young ostomates get to express their needs and concers but a platform to train and become future leaders in every association.
We acknowledge the collaboration of manufacturers and distributors providing quality ostomy products for ostomy patients.
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