The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) 2022 Advanced uroLogic Conference will be held from April 1-3. 2022 in Dallas, Texas. The premier conference for Advanced Practice Professionals has lined up an exciting group of speakers based on SUNA members requests. Come and network with your peers from around the country, visit with exhibitors […]
BACK TO THE FUTURE IN WOC NURSING PRACTICE! The wait is over! It's time to register to attend the Pacific Coast Region (PCR) of the Wound Ostomy & Continence Nurses Society 2022 Conference in Reno, Nevada! The event will be held at the Grand Sierra Resort & Casino from April 19-20, 2022. The program will […]
Join us Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 6 pm ET for this virtual event. Joy Hooper RN, BSN, CWOCN, will address how to prevent leaks and give you a peek at products that may help you find the fit you need. Also speaking is Josh Nelson, the first active-duty U.S. Airforce Pilot living with an […]
After countless virtual meetings and appointments, The American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons (ASCSR) 2022 Annual Scientific Meeting will be held in person from April 30-May 4, 2022. Attendees will experience top-notch education, professional development, networking and more while enjoying waterfront views in Tampa, FL. Register by January 18 to save up to 25% […]
"2022 Vision: Ostomates in Action" The Ostomy Support Group of Northern Virginia, LLC (OSGNV, LLC) and its satellite, Mary Washington Healthcare Ostomy Connections Support Group, Fredericksburg, VA, invite you to attend a One-Day Virtual Conference on Saturday, April 30, 2022 from 9am to 2pm Eastern Time. The conference includes three general sessions, an exhibit hall […]
ROCKIN' SKIN CARE! The Northern Illinois Affiliate (NIA) of the WOCN Society is holding their 28th Annual Community Education Day on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. The event will take place at Bobak's Signature Events and Conference Center located in Woodridge, Illinois. CLICK HERE to learn more and register today!
The Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network (BCAN) invites you to join their 2022 Virtual Walk to End Bladder Cancer on Saturday, May 7th starting at 11am Eastern Time. Although bladder cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in America, it has not received much public attention, and many people are unaware of the risks […]
WOCNext 2022 will unite wound, ostomy, and continence care nurses, enterestomal therapy nurses, and healthcare professionals from around the world, bringing global perspectives to the big challenges and small victories we ALL face. Offered virtually or in-person, WOCNext 2022 will be held in Fort Worth Texas from June 5th to 8th and will cover prominent […]
Mark your calendar! UOAA invites you to join us on Saturday, August 13, 2022 for a virtual interactive day of education and community building. It will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time (7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Pacific) including breaks. This event is for the ostomy community, their caregivers, and health […]
Inspiring and Educating Healthcare Professionals in Skin, Wound, and Ostomy Management This year's Wild on Wounds (WOW) national conference will take place from September 7-10, 2022 in Hollywood, Florida. WOW brings clinicians together to learn and share ideas on what works, what doesn't, and what's new in wound care. Join your colleagues as you fully […]
The International Continence Society (ICS) annual meeting brings together the most renowned international experts in the research and the treatment of LUTS, incontinence and pelvic floor disorders. The meeting is multidisciplinary and welcomes urologists, gynecologists, neurologists, physiotherapists, nurses, midwives and research scientists. Attend In-Person or Online - ICS invites all international delegates who can join […]
Cleared for Takeoff: Wound Ostomy Continence at New Heights! This year's Mid-Atlantic Region of the WOCN Society's Annual Conference will be held on September 16 and 17, 2022 in Dulles, Virginia. At the conclusion of the program attendees will be able to: Describe evidence-based practice and multidisciplinary approaches to approve outcomes for patients with wound, […]
The 2022 Rocky Mountain Regional WOCN Conference will take place this year on September 16, 17 and 18 in Tempe, Arizona. The RMR WOCN Regional conferences and meetings provide members with opportunities to network with colleagues, gain updated information on the latest products and practices, and participate in continuing education offerings. CLICK HERE to learn […]
FIND YOUR ALLIES HERE! AllyCon is the Colorectal Cancer Alliance’s national conference for patients, survivors, caregivers, and family members. It is dedicated to improving the colorectal cancer journey. AllyCon unites this diverse community and leading experts for three days of meaningful connection, support, and memories. Scholarships are available to overcome financial barriers and bring as […]
The Southeast Region (SER) of the WOCN® Society is actively planning their Annual Conference from September 22-24, 2022 at the Sheraton Hotel Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex located in Birmingham, Alabama. They are committed to providing a safe, enjoyable and productive event. CLICK HERE to learn more about the Conference and continued updates as they become […]
The South Central Region of the WOCN Society presents their "WOC Nurses Make the "BIG" look "EASY" 2022 Conference on September 24 and 25 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The SCR WOCN Regional conference provides members with opportunities to network with colleagues, gain updated information on the latest products and practices, and participate in continuing education […]
The Quality Life Association (QLA) is a volunteer based non-profit group committed to meeting the needs of individuals who have a Continent Ostomy, or are considering an intestinal diversion. QLA's annual educational conference, held in an environment of sharing and learning, will be held in-person this year in Fort McDowell, Arizona from September 29-October 1, […]
The Premier Conference for Urology Professionals will be held in New Orleans, Louisiana on September 29 thru October 2, 2022. The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is a national, non-profit professional membership association with over 3,000 members. As a professional community of urologic nurses and associates, SUNA is committed to enriching the professional […]
Join the Worldwide Run For Resilience Virtual Ostomy 5k at your favorite place to Run, Walk, Roll or Pedal this Ostomy Awareness Day (OAD) ~ October 1, 2022. Ask you family, friends, colleagues and members of your support group to join your race team, fundraise or donate to help UOAA and our mission. REGISTER TODAY […]
Ready, set, go! It’s time to get your walking or running shoes on and plan to participate in UOAA's 8th Annual Durham, North Carolina Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K on Saturday, October 1, 2022. This Certified Run/Walk will take participants on the scenic American Tobacco Trail (ATT) over the 1-40 bridge. The out-and-back course will […]
United Ostomy Associations of America
P.O. Box 2293
Biddeford, ME 04005-2293
Call us toll-free at: 1-800-826-0826.
Our Information Line hours are Monday-Friday, 9am to 3pm EST. If you have an emergency, please dial 911 or contact your local medical professional.
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.
