The Power of Ostomy Support Groups with UOAA’s WOC Nurse of the Year

About this episode

Eva Philippe discusses the impact of ostomy support groups on patient care and clinical practice.

On this episode of WOCTalk, we’re joined by Eva Philippe, BSN, RN, CWON, recipient of the 2024 UOAA WOC Nurse of the Year Award. Eva shares how her involvement in ostomy support groups has shaped her clinical practice and patient care philosophy. She discusses the value of support groups and how they help people living with ostomies build confidence and long-term adaptation after surgery. Eva also explores practical challenges such as addressing misinformation in group settings, improving access through donation closets, and supporting ostomates as they transition back to everyday life. She reflects on how her volunteer work continues to inform her approach to teaching, mentorship, and patient-centered care. If you’re interested in getting involved with or starting a support group in your own community, this episode is for you!

People in this episode

Host: WOCN Society

Guest: Eva Philippe

Topics covered

• ostomy support groups
• patient care
• clinical practice
• confidence building
• community involvement

Keywords

• ostomy
• support groups
• patient care
• clinical practice
• UOAA
• WOC Nurse of the Year
• confidence
• mentorship

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: UOAA, WOCN Society

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