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Maryland Metro Ostomy Association (MMOA) has distinguished itself over the past 35+ years as one of the premier ostomy support groups in the United States.

Established in August 1974, by our Founder and President Emeritus, Horace and Vi Saunders, MMOA's sole focus and purpose has been to assist, educate, and provide support to all persons who may require or who have undergone conventional Ostomy surgery resulting in a colostomy, ileostomy, urostomy, and/or alternate diversionary procedures.

MMOA's Medical Advisory Board is comprised of leading surgeons, medical doctors and WOCN's (Wound and Ostomy Continent Nurses) who help and advise our organization's leaders and members. 

MMOA is proud to be affiliated with the United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA).

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Whether needing assistance for yourself, or for a loved one, or friend; Metro Maryland is here to help! Our team of trained Ostomy visitors and volunteers are available to answer your questions before and after your surgery.

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COMMON CAUSES OF CONSTIPATION

by Dorothy Valliancourt, RNET, edited by B. Brewer for UOAA Drinking too little water - Water is the best drink. We need at least two... READ MORE

10 TIPS FOR LIVING WELL WITH AN OSTOMY

Ann Sloane, LCSW-C, a psychotherapist specializing in health and an ileostomate. Thank you, Ann, for sharing your expertise and sensitive... READ MORE


After 19 years, words cannot adequately address the positive influence that MMOA has had on me prior to and following my surgery.