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.
The ASPOA Executive Committee has decided to conduct quarterly webinar series touching on topics about
Asociación Ostomizados de Córdoba, funciona, gracias a Autoridades, dentro del Hospital Nacional Clínicas, los días
World Ostomy Day 2025, observed on Saturday, October 4, is an opportunity to raise awareness
Although this was the second WCET Congress that I had attended (KL2018) it was the
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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