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What We Provide

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  • fellowship with an ostomy “family”

  • support and suggestions from local ostomates

  • valuable tips and “how-tos” from ostomates

  • the latest regarding Alternate Procedures

  • contact information for local ostomy clinics where WOCNs advise about the management and care of ostomies

  • contact information for local and national ostomy suppliers and manufacturers.
     

Why Do We Meet?

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  • Our presence is encouragement to others.

  • No matter how long ago your surgery, no matter how many meetings you have attended, there’s always information to be gained.

  • Keep up on newer developments and hear the speakers who are invited with information pertinent to ostomates.

  • We may have questions and problems that can be asked and answered at the meeting or researched.

  • Give support and encouragement to the volunteers (leaders and trained visitors) and to each other.

  • Be role models for new ostomates to show an active life can continue.

  • See that many of those who were in trouble are now helping others.

  • Learn what’s new in management equipment.

  • Feel good with our peer support group.

  • Experience a sense of accomplishment and renew a positive attitude for life and fulfillment.

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ABOUT US >

Metro Maryland Ostomy Association, Inc. works to improve the quality of life of ostomates and their families. 

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Metro Maryland Ostomy Association, Inc., is a self-governing and volunteer based organization. 

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We meet the second Sunday of the month at 12 Noon at  Silver Spring Holy Cross Hosptial except in May and August.

CONTACT >

T: 301-946-6661

E: info@MarylandOstomy.org

to join our support group

12320 Parklawn Drive

Rockville, MD 20852

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