Stoma Care Information evening on 24th of June 2015

Galway University Hospitals Stoma Care Unit is holding a free public information meeting for anyone who has had stoma surgery - family, friends & carers are also welcome to attend.   Entitled “Living with a stoma “,  the evening will focus on quality of life issues and looking at positive influences on living with a stoma. 

Healthcare Professionals from Galway University Hospitals will speak on topics related to stoma management, including lifestyle issues, diet and peer support. Speakers on the evening include Clinical Nurse Specialist Mary Quigley who will talk about life after surgery and Dietitian Siobhan Spellman will be discussing the key steps for a healthy diet. There will be exhibit stands for new ostomy products, underwear/swimwear & support-wear. There will also  be an opportunity for those attending  to speak to the presenters on a one-to-one basis.

This event will be held in the Ardilaun Hotel, Taylor’s Hill, Galway on the  24th of June 2015 from 7pm to 9pm, refreshments will be served and there will be various spot prizes on the night.

For further information and to reserve your place, please contact the Stoma Care Unit at 091 544509.

Speakers Agenda:

• Welcome  address - Mrs. C. Lee, ADON GUH

• Life after Surgery - M. Quigley CNS GUH

• "A stoma in my Life" A personal reflection - M. Maloney

• A healthy Diet - S.  Spellman, Dietician GUH

• Keeping fit & preventing the bulge! - Mary Quigley CNS

• The benefits of a peer support group - M. McLoughlin , Sligo.