2025 Conference - United Ostomy Associations of America

August 14-16, 2025

UOAA’s 9th National Conference

We hope to see you at UOAA’s 9th National Conference on August 14-16, 2025 at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort located at One Grand Cypress Boulevard in Orlando, Florida. Registration is now open and you are welcome to make your hotel reservations (see below).

UOAA is also celebrating its 20th Anniversary of raising awareness, advocating and supporting the needs of the ostomy community this year! So please join us as we celebrate with some special events going on during the Conference.

Registration is now open!

Discover Your People

August 14-16, 2025

Why you should plan to attend:

Ask Questions of Top Ostomy Experts
Inspirational Speakers
Free Stoma Clinic
Product Exhibit Hall with 40+ Vendors
Surgery Specific Meet & Greets
Young Adult, Caregiver and LBGTQ+ Workshops
Networking Opportunities and Fun Social Events

Make This A Family Vacation

The Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort, a family-friendly resort, is on a lake, within a 5-minute drive of Disney Springs™ and Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets and 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Aquatica and 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Epcot®. There are also 3 on-site restaurants as well as a grab and go market.

UOAA has made arrangements with the Resort to provide the same Guest Room Rate ($149 per night plus taxes for single through quadruple occupancy) starting on Tuesday, August 12th, through Monday, August 18th. So why not make this a family vacation while you’re at the Conference!

You Are Welcome to Make Your Hotel Reservations! To make your reservations go to:

UOAA 9TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE

You can also call the Resort’s reservation line at 1-800-233-1234 and provide code “MB18”. The Resort Fee is waived for our group, a $49 per room per day savings!

Please note the cut-off date to make your reservations at the guaranteed room rate above is Wednesday, July 23rd. Therefore, it is recommended that you make your reservations as early as possible.

In addition, the Resort Fee is WAIVED for our group, a $49 per room per day savings!

The Resort Fee includes the following amenities and activities:

Scheduled Shuttle Service to and from Walt Disney World® Resort and Universal Orlando Resort
24 Hour Access to Stay-Fit Fitness Center
7-Hole Pitch n’ Putt Course
5-Hole Miniature Golf Course alongside Pitch n’ Putt
Bike Rentals & Rock Climbing Wall
Sailboats, paddle boards, kayaks and paddle boat rentals

Daily scheduled activities
10% Discount on 50-Minute or longer Spa/Salon Services at their in-house Spa
Nightly Movie at the Pool (weather permitting)
1 Mile and 3 Mile Mapped Outdoor Jogging Courses
10% Discount on Recreation Retail and Cabanas (not to include F & B)
Kids (12 and under) Eat Free at Dinner in Lakehouse with paid Adult Entree

Conference Pricing

REGISTRATION is now open!

Don’t Miss Out on EARLY BIRD Pricing through May 31, 2025

Individual: $195.00 | Young Adult (18-25): $150.00
Children (5-17): $25 | 1 Day Rate: $140.00

AFTER May 31, 2025

Individual: $225 | Young Adult (18-25): $180.00
Children (5-17): $25 | 1 Day Rate: $170.00

Something Special for Everyone

Group Tracks and Workshops For those wanting an even more focused experience to meet their unique needs, the conference has special tracks and workshops.

Caregivers Special separate sessions for male/female caregivers and a focus on stress and emotional health.

Young Adults With a set meeting space for all three days of the conference expect candid conversations and making deep connections with others in the same stage of life. Special topics will include body image, mental health, relationships, exercise and more.

LGBTQ+ An open group discussion to share and ask questions in a safe space and connect with others and find support.

Affiliated Support Group Leadership Workshop We’re excited to welcome UOAA Affiliated Support Group leaders from around the country to learn from each other and be empowered to provide the best support possible to ostomates in their communities.

Registration Form - Print

If you would like to print and mail, fax or email your Registration Form to UOAA, please CLICK HERE to download the Form. Please note there is an additional $15.00 processing fee per registrant to register in this manner.

SPONSORSHIP AND EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES

SECURE YOUR SPONSORSHIP! Sponsorship at UOAA’s National Conference is a great way to show your support and commitment to the ostomy community. Sponsors receive prominent recognition at the event, in the Mobile App, Conference Program, and in The Phoenix Magazine. We also offer a variety of unique promotional opportunities. Please contact Christine Ryan, UOAA’s Executive Director, at christine.ryan@ostomy.org

SECURE AN EXHIBIT BOOTH! The Exhibit Hall is a must-see at every UOAA National Conference and 2025 is sure to hold some new surprises! You’ll have the opportunity to connect with the ostomy community in a relaxed and professional setting. The Exhibit Hall will be open on Thursday, August 14th from 2:45pm to 6:30pm and Friday, August 15th from 8:30am to 1:00pm (times subject to change). You can also promote your company or product on the Mobile App at no additional cost! If you’d like to secure an Exhibit Booth, please contact Ian Settlemire at publisher@phoenixuoaa.org.

Our Sponsors

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To purchase specially priced Walt Disney World® Meeting/Convention Theme Park tickets, call 407-566-5600 and provide group code G0850942.

Tickets are valid 7 days before, during, and 7 days after the meeting dates. To enter a park, both a park reservation and valid ticket on the same day are required. To make park reservations, you will need to sign-in to an existing Disney® Account or create a new one and link each ticket. Park reservations are subject to availability – please check the Park Availability Calendar. For details on making a park reservation, please visit Disney Park Pass Experience Updates.

Whether it’s your first visit or your 100th, we recommend reviewing the Walt Disney World® Resort Experience Updates.

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P.O. Box 2293
Biddeford, ME 04005-2293

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Please understand that UOAA is a private, nonprofit, advocacy and informational organization. We are not a medical facility and we do not have medical or legal professionals on staff. Therefore, UOAA does not provide Medical, Mental Health, Insurance or Legal Advice. Visit UOAA Virtual Ostomy Clinic provided by The Wound Company for non-emergency, virtual ostomy support.