The International Ostomy Association, an association of Ostomy associations, is committed to the improvement of the quality of life of Ostomates and those with related surgeries, worldwide.

It provides to its member associations, information and management guidelines, helps to form new Ostomy associations, and advocates on all related matters and policies.

It is organized to grow and develop while remaining independent and financially viable.
 

IOA World Meeting Update     World Meeting:   We are pleased to announce that the IOA World Meeting will be held at the Hotel Monopol in Frankfurt.   The dates remain the same as those booked for Bangkok being the 18th -20th November 2010.   You are reminded that this is a World Meeting, specifically for Member association delegates and any observers.   There will be no workshops or presentations just the meeting business.     Barry Maughan World Meeting Convenor World Meeting Information and Registration Form (PDF) Please Note: If you have any questions about the registration form or other questions please contact either IOA Vice President: Barry Maughan  or IOA Treasure: Gene Zapf.

FROM THE MEMBERS OF THE TASK FORCE At the IOA World Meeting the delegates will be deciding the future direction for IOA. In order to make it easy for you to see the proposed new Constitution, we are posting a copy on the Website.   You will also find a copy of a communication called  “International Ostomy Association Recommendations for the Future.” This document is a summary of the proposed new IOA Constitution.   If there any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Di Bracken, Chair,   We wish you all the best,   Di Bracken, Chair