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Considering Ostomy Surgery

Whether you are considering surgery for a permanent or temporary ostomy for yourself or a loved one, Ostomy Toronto can be a valuable source of information and support to both you and your family members. Our members have successfully made the transition to the ostomy lifestyle. Our membership varies greatly in age, type of ostomy and reason for having ostomy surgery. Ostomy Toronto’s visiting program can be a valuable source of information for you – visitors are available to answer questions via email, on the phone or in person – for both you and your loved ones. Visits can be arranged either pre-op or post-op. Ostomy Toronto is here for you through the transition from healing to learning to embracing life with an ostomy.

As you consider ostomy surgery, the following resources may prove of value to you:

Stories of embracing life
Ostomy Toronto’s Online Handbook for New Ostomy Patients
Welcome to the Ostomy Community
Ostomy Toronto’s Trained Visitor Program
Other online resources

Questions can also be asked through the following social media sites provided by Ostomy Toronto and the United Ostomy Association of Canada (UOAC):

• Twitter - @OstomyToronto
• Ostomy Toronto’s Facebook page and group
• UOAC Discussion forum
• UOAC Mailing list