Preparing for Ostomy Surgery
Start preparing for ostomy surgery by learning more about the procedure
If you are facing ostomy surgery, you have a medical condition or injury that is stopping your bowel or bladder from working properly. But you’re not alone. There are approximately 70,000 to 135,000 people living with an ostomy in Canada1.
Ostomy surgery is life-changing in many ways. Like any major surgery, it can also be nerve-wracking—for you and your loved ones. The process of feeling comfortable living with your ostomy starts with understanding the procedure. What is an Ostomy?

If you are preparing for ostomy surgery, the good news is, you don’t have to go through it alone
A dedicated team of me+ ostomy nurses and product specialists is just a phone call away, 1-800-465-6302, with answers and support to make preparing for surgery and living with an ostomy a little easier. Whether you need help with ostomy care, knowing what products to use or are coping with tricky lifestyle issues, they genuinely care about you and getting you back to doing the things you love.
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You don’t have to figure it out alone. Join today and let us help you get back to doing the things that make you, YOU. Have questions? Call us at 1-800-465-6302 or enroll in the me+ support program today.