Bowel and Bladder Matters Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Lewis discusses the difference between acute urinary retention and chronic urinary retention.Guest bio: Dr. Jennifer Lewis graduated from the DNP program at the University of Oklahoma in 2015. She received her MSN and FNP from Graceland University in 2011. Since that time, she has been practicing as a Nurse Practitioner in the Department of Urology at OU Health. Dr. Lewis transitioned as faculty from OU College of Medicine to OU College of Nursing in 2023 where she is currently an Assistant Professor in the undergraduate and graduate nursing programs. Before that, she worked as an RN in the PICU and the resident surgery specialty outpatient clinics. In 2022 she became a certified urologic nurse practitioner. In 2023, Dr. Lewis became a certified interprofessional educator. She presently serves as the research chairperson for SUNA (Society of Urologic Nurses & Associates) and with the AUA (American Urologic Association) on the APP education and membership committee. In 2024, she was selected as a Fellow of the Academy of Urologic Nurses Association. Most recently Dr. Lewis has returned to the student role, to obtain my Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate with plans to carve a niche in the work of uropsychiatry for APPs.Visit https://www.coloplastprofessional.us/ for more offerings! 

Amaka discusses her approach to managing peristomal skin and wound care for ostomy patients.  Amaka Akinade is a board-certified Advance Practice Nurse, Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist, and Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse. She graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, obtained her Master of Nursing as an adult clinical nurse specialist from the University of Washington in Seattle, and then pursued her post-master as a family nurse practitioner at Texas A&M Corpus Christi. She is pursuing her doctorate in nursing and practices as an outpatient wound ostomy nurse practitioner at a large accountable care organization. She serves as a leader and clinical resource for colleagues, and she also utilizes her expertise to promote the care of patients. Visit https://www.coloplastprofessional.us/ for more offerings! 

Dr. Wiegand joins us today with a closer look into the female urethra and lower urinary tract when there is a clinical need for intermittent catheterization. Incomplete bladder emptying associated with urinary retention in females presents a unique set of challenges, teaching opportunities, and potential complications. Dr. Wiegand addresses each of these from an expert urologist's perspective, providing explanations and solutions. He focuses on teaching the female population how to catheterize, providing tips for anyone working with females and needing to teach intermittent catheterization. Listen in as Dr. Wiegand addresses the importance of compliance for females and why the female urethra is not just a shorter version of the male urethra.Guest bio: Dr. Luke Wiegand is a board-certified urologist with Orlando Health Medical Group Urology specializing in reconstructive urology. Sought after for second opinions and complex case referrals, he strives to communicate honestly and directly with his patients to help put them at ease and achieve their goal of returning to their normal lives.  Dr. Wiegand earned his medical degree and completed his urology residency at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in Tampa. He was chief resident in his final year. Dr. Wiegand performed his fellowship in reconstructive urology at Washington University in St. Louis, where he supervised residents in general urology and reconstructive urologic procedures. He serves as assistant editor of the Video Journal of Prosthetic Urology. He is the author of several medical textbook chapters and is a frequent contributor to peer-reviewed journals.  Dr. Wiegand is board-certified by the American Board of Urology. His professional memberships include the American Urologic Association, Florida Urological Society, and the Society of Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgeons. Visit https://www.coloplastprofessional.us/ for more offerings!   

Amaka shares her expertise on the use of convexity with ostomy patients along their pre-op and post-op journey.  Amaka Akinade is a board-certified Advance Practice Nurse, Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist, and Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse. She graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, obtained her Master of Nursing as an adult clinical nurse specialist from the University of Washington in Seattle, and then pursued her post-master as a family nurse practitioner at Texas A&M Corpus Christi. She is pursuing her doctorate in nursing and practices as an outpatient wound ostomy nurse practitioner at a large accountable care organization. She serves as a leader and clinical resource for colleagues, and she also utilizes her expertise to promote the care of patients. Visit https://www.coloplastprofessional.us/ for more offerings! 

 In this episode, Dr. Wiegand focuses on the urethra for males and females and provides an understanding of intermittent catheterization of the bladder, associated with incomplete bladder emptying. He highlights the importance of patients remaining compliant with bladder emptying protocol. Dr. Wiegand discusses different treatment options for urinary retention including intermittent catheterization and surgical reconstruction of the urethra.  Guest bio: Dr. Luke Wiegand is a board-certified urologist with Orlando Health Medical Group Urology specializing in reconstructive urology. Sought after for second opinions and complex case referrals, he strives to communicate honestly and directly with his patients to help put them at ease and achieve their goal of returning to their normal lives.  Dr. Wiegand earned his medical degree and completed his urology residency at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in Tampa. He was chief resident in his final year. Dr. Wiegand performed his fellowship in reconstructive urology at Washington University in St. Louis, where he supervised residents in general urology and reconstructive urologic procedures. He serves as assistant editor of the Video Journal of Prosthetic Urology. He is the author of several medical textbook chapters and is a frequent contributor to peer-reviewed journals.  Dr. Wiegand is board-certified by the American Board of Urology. His professional memberships include the American Urologic Association, Florida Urological Society, and the Society of Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgeons.  Tags: ##bladder, #urology. #whydoineedtodrainmybladder, #whathappensifIskipcatheterization, #utiprevention, #compliancewithbladdercatheterizaion, #teachingcatheterization, #urinaryretention, #bladderemptying, #whyintermittentcatheterization,  

 Working with teens with ostomies is a unique situation. Kim shares her expertise and some best practices when working with this population. Guest bio: Kim is a Registered Nurse and certified in wound, ostomy and continence. She has been a pediatric nurse for over 20 years. She currently practices at a level one trauma, academic hospital that includes a free-standing children's hospital. Her current practice area is focused on the pediatric wound and ostomy population. Kim has provided over 11 years of camp service at Youth Rally, a summer camp for kids ages 10-17 with bowel and bladder conditions. She has also traveled internationally to assist with mobile clinics and education. Visit  Coloplastprofessional for more offerings! 

Episode summary: Dr. Wiegand joins us today with a closer look into the male urethra and lower urinary tract when there is a clinical need for intermittent catheterization. Incomplete bladder emptying associated with urinary retention in males presents a unique set of challenges, teaching opportunities, and potential complications. Dr. Wiegand shares his expertise on these topics and addresses the importance of compliance with an intermittent catheterization routine. Guest bio: Dr. Lucas Wiegand is a board-certified urologist with Orlando Health Medical Group Urology specializing in reconstructive urology. Sought after for second opinions and complex case referrals, he strives to communicate honestly and directly with his patients to help put them at ease and achieve their goal of returning to their normal lives. Dr. Wiegand earned his medical degree and completed his urology residency at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in Tampa. He was chief resident in his final year. Dr. Wiegand performed his fellowship in reconstructive urology at Washington University in St. Louis, where he supervised residents in general urology and reconstructive urologic procedures. He serves as assistant editor of the Video Journal of Prosthetic Urology. He is the author of several medical textbook chapters and is a frequent contributor to peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Wiegand is board-certified by the American Board of Urology. His professional memberships include the American Urologic Association, Florida Urological Society, and the Society of Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgeons. Visit  Coloplastprofessional for more offerings!  

  Dr. Wiegand joins us today to share one of his goals as a urologist; restoring and/or creating natural urinary habits for his patients, while keeping the urinary tract healthy. In this episode, Dr. Wiegand spends time discussing urinary retention, incomplete bladder emptying, mechanical as well as surgical options, and the importance of patient compliance. Dr. Wiegand also provides tools for instructing patients on intermittent catheterization for complete bladder emptying.Guest bio: Dr. Lucas Wiegand is a board-certified urologist with Orlando Health Medical Group Urology specializing in reconstructive urology. Sought after for second opinions and complex case referrals, he strives to communicate honestly and directly with his patients to help put them at ease and achieve their goal of returning to their normal lives.  Dr. Wiegand earned his medical degree and completed his urology residency at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in Tampa. He was chief resident his final year. Dr. Wiegand performed his fellowship in reconstructive urology at Washington University in St. Louis, where he supervised residents in general urology and reconstructive urologic procedures. He serves as assistant editor of the Video Journal of Prosthetic Urology. He is the author of several medical textbook chapters and is a frequent contributor to peer-reviewed journals.  Dr. Wiegand is board-certified by the American Board of Urology. His professional memberships include the American Urologic Association, Florida Urological Society, and the Society of Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgeons. Visit  Coloplastprofessional for more offerings!  

Join us as Louise shares her expertise in pediatric ET nursing. Guest bio: Louise Forest-Lalande is an ET nurse from Montreal, Canada. She is known for her expertise in Pediatric ET Nursing. She is actively involved in ET nursing and wound care organizations, has taught and lectured in many countries, and she is past President of the World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET).  In 2019 she led a project with a group of pediatric stoma care experts to develop the Global Pediatric Stoma Care Best Practice Guidelines. Visit  Coloplastprofessional for more offerings! 

 Join us as Dr. Kelly shares her expertise on spina bifida bowel protocol.  Guest bio: Dr. Maryellen Kelly is an Assistant Professor at Duke University and has been a pediatric nurse practitioner in urology since 2010. She obtained her MSN from Columbia University, her master's in health science clinical research from Duke University, and her DNP from the Univ of Pittsburgh. Currently, she is funded by the NIH's NIDDK and NICHD centers, as well as the CDC for ongoing clinical and translational research related to spina bifida care and lower urinary tract conditions in children, namely overactive bladder, urinary tract infections, neurogenic bladder, and bowel. She is a manuscript reviewer for 8 journals and has over 20 publications. She sits on the Research Advisory Council for the Spina Bifida Association, is an Executive Board Member of the Pediatric Urology Nurses and Specialists Society (PUNS), and represents PUNS as an Editor for the Journal of Pediatric Urology.  Visit  Coloplastprofessional for more offerings! 

Join us as Louise shares her expertise in pediatric ET nursing. Guest Bio: Louise Forest-Lalande is an ET nurse from Montreal, Canada. She is known for her expertise in Pediatric ET Nursing. She is actively involved in ET nursing and wound care organizations, has taught, and lectured in many countries and she is past President of the World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET).  In 2019 she led a project with a group of pediatric stoma care experts to develop the Global Pediatric Stoma Care Best Practice Guidelines.Visit  Coloplastprofessional for more offerings! 

Join us as Dr. Kelly shares her expertise on spina bifida protocol. Guest bio: Dr. Maryellen Kelly is an Assistant Professor at Duke University and has been a pediatric nurse practitioner in urology since 2010. She obtained her MSN from Columbia University, her master's in health science clinical research from Duke University, and her DNP from the University of Pittsburgh. Currently, she is funded by the NIH's NIDDK and NICHD centers, as well as the CDC for ongoing clinical and translational research related to spina bifida care and lower urinary tract conditions in children, namely overactive bladder, urinary tract infections, neurogenic bladder, and bowel. She is a manuscript reviewer for 8 journals and has over 20 publications. She sits on the Research Advisory Council for the Spina Bifida Association, is an Executive Board Member of the Pediatric Urology Nurses and Specialists Society (PUNS) and represents PUNS as an Editor for the Journal of Pediatric Urology. Visit  Coloplastprofessional for more offerings! 

 In this episode, Linda Coulter MS, BSN, RN, CWOCN will share her experience in developing a Stoma Champions Program for nurses. The discussion will cover why the program is needed and key considerations in developing the program.  Guest bio: Linda Coulter has been a certified wound, ostomy, and continence nurse since 2010. She currently cares for patients at University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center in Beachwood, OH. She serves as a member on the board of trustees for the Mideast Region Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society. Her role as a WOCN nurse also includes teaching at the Rupert B Turnbull's School of WOCN Nursing and she is a regular contributor to Phoenix magazine, the official publication of the United Ostomy Associations of America.   Visit  Coloplastprofessional for more offerings! 

Join us as Dr. Kelly discusses the results of the first Community Centered Spina Bifida Research Agenda article.  Guest bio: Dr. Maryellen Kelly is an Assistant Professor at Duke University and has been a pediatric nurse practitioner in urology since 2010. She obtained her MSN from Columbia University, her master's in health science clinical research from Duke University, and her DNP from the University of Pittsburgh. Currently, she is funded by the NIH's NIDDK and NICHD centers, as well as the CDC for ongoing clinical and translational research related to spina bifida care and lower urinary tract conditions in children, namely overactive bladder, urinary tract infections, neurogenic bladder, and bowel. She is a manuscript reviewer for 8 journals and has over 20 publications. She sits on the Research Advisory Council for the Spina Bifida Association, is an Executive Board Member of the Pediatric Urology Nurses and Specialists Society (PUNS), and represents PUNS as an Editor for the Journal of Pediatric Urology.  Visit  Coloplastprofessional for more offerings! 

 In the fourth and final episode of this special series featuring Josh Nelson, he shares his perspective on resources for ostomates. Josh also discusses which specific resources were helpful to him on his journey.  Guest bio: Josh was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis in November 2017.  He was evaluated by Inflammatory Bowel Disease experts from Rochester Mayo Clinic and University of Minnesota Medical Center.  After failing maximum medical therapies, it was determined to surgically remove his colon in November 2018.  In February 2019, the final surgery was completed making his ileostomy permanent.  Since the decision to remove his colon, his health has returned, requires zero medication, no specialized diet, and no further complications from Ulcerative Colitis. He is a member of the United Ostomy Association of America and the Ostomy Association of the Minneapolis Area.  He participated in the 2019 Ostomy Awareness Day 5K hosted by Coloplast and has participated in Coloplast sponsored events.    Information from Coloplast® Care is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice and should not be interpreted to contain treatment recommendations. Visit  Coloplastprofessional for more offerings! 

Join us as Dr. Lewis describes the UTI Risk Factors Model & discusses how the tool can be used for both neurogenic and non-neurogenic patients, primarily in the adult female patient population. Guest bio: Dr. Tamra Lewis holds board certification in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery and she currently practices at Comprehensive Urology in Chicago, IL.  Dr. Lewis received her B.A. in Biology from Luther College in 1994, and she obtained her Medical Doctorate in 1999 from the University of Iowa College of Medicine. In 2005, Dr. Lewis completed her Surgical and Urology residencies at the University of Nebraska and then went on to complete a fellowship in Female Urology and Voiding Dysfunction at Metro Urology in Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN. Dr. Lewis's professional interests include management of incontinence, voiding dysfunction, bladder prolapse, and urinary tract infections. She is a member of the American Urological Association, the Society for Urodynamics and Female Urology, the Society for Women in Urology, and The Chicago Urologic Society, where she currently serves as President. Dr. Lewis has been an invited speaker or presenter for numerous events on topics including incontinence, overactive bladder, hematuria, and urinary tract infections.  Visit  Coloplastprofessional for more offerings! 

In part three of Josh Nelson's journey, he shares with Coloplast employee Sara Wharmby how he began to live an active life now that he has a permanent ostomy.Guest bio: Josh was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis in November 2017.  He was evaluated by Inflammatory Bowel Disease experts from Rochester Mayo Clinic and the University of Minnesota Medical Center.  After failing maximum medical therapies, it was determined to surgically remove his colon in November 2018.  In February 2019, the final surgery was completed making his ileostomy permanent.  Since the decision to remove his colon, his health has returned, requires zero medication, no specialized diet, and no further complications from Ulcerative Colitis. He is a member of the United Ostomy Association of America and the Ostomy Association of the Minneapolis Area.  He participated in the 2019 Ostomy Awareness Day 5K hosted by Coloplast and has participated in Coloplast-sponsored events.   Visit  Coloplastprofessional for more offerings! 

Join us as Dr. Sicolo shares her expertise, experience, and factors to consider when using Transanal Irrigation as a treatment option for neurogenic bowel dysfunction. Guest bio: Dr. Sicolo is the Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine at University of Southern California. She serves as the Medical Director of Gastrointestinal Neuromuscular and Motility Disorders Program at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. Her areas of special interest include chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction, general gastroenterology, motility studies & children with Spina Bifida. She is passionate about education and sharing her expertise with patients and other clinicians.  Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings. 

Working with families and children with ostomies is a unique situation. Kim shares her experiences and addresses peristomal skin issues in the pediatric population.  Guest bio: Kim is a Registered Nurse and certified in wound, ostomy and continence. She has been a pediatric nurse for over 20 years. She currently practices at a level one trauma, academic hospital that includes a free-standing children's hospital. Her current practice area is focused on the pediatric wound and ostomy population. Kim has provided over 11 years of camp service at Youth Rally, a summer camp for kids ages 10-17 with bowel and bladder conditions. She has also traveled internationally to assist with mobile clinics and education.  

 Join us as Dr. Sicolo shares her expertise, experience, and factors to consider when using Transanal Irrigation as a treatment option for neurogenic bowel dysfunction.Guest bio: Dr. Sicolo is the Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine at University of Southern California. She serves as the Medical Director of Gastrointestinal Neuromuscular and Motility Disorders Program at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. Her areas of special interest include chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction, general gastroenterology, motility studies & children with Spina Bifida. She is passionate about education and sharing her expertise with patients and other clinicians.  Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Join us as Dr. Sicolo shares her expertise, experience, and factors to consider when discussing treatment options for bowel dysfunctions.  Guest Bio: Dr. Sicolo is the Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine at University of Southern California. She serves as the Medical Director of Gastrointestinal Neuromuscular and Motility Disorders Program at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. Her areas of special interest include chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction, general gastroenterology, motility studies & children with Spina Bifida. She is passionate about education and sharing her expertise with patients and other clinicians.  Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Join us for part 2 of this series, as we continue the conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Raskin and Janet Stoia-Davis. They discuss convexity in the post-operative phase referencing the newly released Use of a Convex Pouching System in the Postoperative Period: A National Consensus.Guests' bio: Dr. Raskin is a colorectal surgeon and fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and specializes in bowel conservation and minimal invasive approaches. She is currently the surgical director of the Margolis Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program at Hoag Hospital in Newport Beach, CA Janet is a Registered Nurse, Certified Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse, and a Foot Care Nurse. She has been working as a CWOCN for over 36 years across the continuum with a focus on quality of life. Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

 Join us as Dr. Sicolo shares her expertise, experience, and factors to consider when diagnosing pediatric bowel dysfunctions.   Guest bio: Dr. Sicolo is the Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine at University of Southern California. She serves as the Medical Director of Gastrointestinal Neuromuscular and Motility Disorders Program at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. Her areas of special interest include chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction, general gastroenterology, motility studies & children with Spina Bifida. She is passionate about education and sharing her expertise with patients and other clinicians.  Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.  

Join Dr. Elizabeth Raskin and Janet Stoia-Davis as they discuss convexity in the post-operative phase referencing the newly released Use of a Convex Pouching System in the Postoperative Period: A National Consensus.Guests' bio: Dr. Raskin is a colorectal surgeon and fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and specializes in bowel conservation and minimally invasive approaches. She is currently the surgical director of the Margolis Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program at Hoag Hospital in Newport Beach, CA Janet is a Registered Nurse, Certified Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse, and a Foot Care Nurse. She has been working as a CWOCN for over 36 years across the continuum with a focus on quality of life. Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Join Tricia Downing as she discusses the psychosocial and mental health journey of a female following a SCI. She shares how important regaining her active lifestyle was to working through the stages of grief following a SCI.Guest bio: Tricia is a community leader, disability advocate, Paralympian, and author. She has a Master's degree in Sport Management and has competed in numerous marathons and triathlons. She is the founder of the non-profit The Cycle of Hope and Camp Discovery where she has dedicated 10 years to helping female wheelchair users gain confidence and self-esteem through a yearly sports and fitness retreat.  Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

 In this episode* Terran Sims shares her contribution to the convexity consensus statement publication, the importance of post-operative convexity, and selecting the right product to meet the patients' needs. Guest bio: Terran Sims received her bachelor's from the University of Alabama and her master's degree in Nursing as well as Acute Care Nurse Practitioner degree from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville Virginia. She also trained in the University of Virginia School of nursing WOC Certification program and is certified as an ostomy continence nurse. She currently works as an oncologic nurse practitioner in the Division of Urology at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. Her current focus is care of patients in the urology division that have urologic cancer, including bladder cancer and urinary diversions such as ileal conduit. Previously she worked with patients undergoing gastrointestinal oncologic surgery who had ileostomies and colostomies. She has recently participated in the Coloplast consensus project exploring the use of convexity pouching systems in the post-operative period. She has presented on the care of patients with bladder cancer and urinary diversions as well as published chapters in several textbooks, articles relating to urologic/oncologic patient care, and published articles in the Journal of Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing (JWOCN), most recently a case report regarding the use of telehealth for urostomy patient post-operative complications.  *Terran is interviewed by host and Coloplast employee Mackenzie Bauhs Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Join us with Tricia Downing as she takes us on her journey to adapting her life into an active lifestyle following a SCI and what it takes to make it happen. This is part 1 of a 2-part series featuring Tricia discussing her tips and tricks on getting back to an active lifestyle.  Guest bio: Tricia is a community leader, disability advocate, Paralympian, and author. She has a Master's degree in Sport Management and has competed in numerous marathons and triathlons. She is the founder of the non-profit The Cycle of Hope and Camp Discovery where she has dedicated 10 years to helping female wheelchair users gain confidence and self-esteem through a yearly sports and fitness retreat.  Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings. 

Working with families and children with ostomies is a unique situation. Kim shares common conditions that affect this population as well as some best practices to reduce anxiety for pouch changes and age-related considerations.Guest bio: Kim is a Registered Nurse and certified in wound, ostomy and continence. She has been a pediatric nurse for over 20 years. She currently practices at a level one trauma, academic hospital that includes a free-standing children's hospital. Her current practice area is focused on the pediatric wound and ostomy population. Kim has provided over 11 years of camp service at Youth Rally, a summer camp for kids ages 10-17 with bowel and bladder conditions. She has also traveled internationally to assist with mobile clinics and education.    Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Join us in listening to Tricia Downing as she takes us on the journey from initial rehab to the reality of home: how to make it all work, advocate for yourself and create the life that you want without the confines of a SCI. Guest  bio: Tricia is a community leader, disability advocate, Paralympian and author. She has a Master's degree in Sport Management and has competed in numerous marathons and triathlons. She is the founder of the non-profit The Cycle of Hope and Camp Discovery where she has dedicated 10 years to helping female wheelchair users gain confidence and self-esteem through a yearly sports and fitness retreat.    Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

In the second part of Josh Nelson's journey, he shares with Coloplast employee Sara Wharmby how he began to navigate life now that he has a permanent ostomy.Guest bio: Josh was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis in November 2017.  He was evaluated by Inflammatory Bowel Disease experts from Rochester Mayo Clinic and University of Minnesota Medical Center.  After failing maximum medical therapies, it was determined to surgically remove his colon in November 2018.  In February 2019, the final surgery was completed making his ileostomy permanent.  Since the decision to remove is colon, his health has returned, requires zero medication, no specialized diet, and no further complications from Ulcerative Colitis. He is a member of the United Ostomy Association of America and the Ostomy Association of the Minneapolis Area.  He participated in the 2019 Ostomy Awareness Day 5K hosted by Coloplast and has participated in Coloplast sponsored events.     Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Join us and listen to Tricia Downing as she shares her journey from avid cyclist to Paralympian and the honest challenges she has faced along the way.  Guest bio: Tricia is a community leader, disability advocate, Paralympian and author. She has a Master's degree in Sport Management and has competed in numerous marathons and triathlons. She is the founder of the non-profit The Cycle of Hope and Camp Discovery where she has dedicated 10 years to helping female wheelchair users gain confidence and self-esteem through a yearly sports and fitness retreat.  Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Join us as Angela discusses some of the challenges that clinicians and home care patients face as they transition home.Guest bio: Angela Graham has 30 years of home health experience in a variety of roles from field clinician, auditor, and manager, but for the past 20 years, she has focused on education. She obtained her CWOCN  18 years ago and is currently a Clinical Education Consultant in Home Health Care.  She has given numerous lectures in the area of wound and ostomy with a focus on the home health and hospice patient population. Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

 Dr. Diaz provides insight into the assessment and treatment of urologic and pelvic floor disorders in females. In this episode, she will discuss how she approaches patient concerns and symptoms. Guest bio: Dr. Diaz is a urogynecologist and has a dual board certification in obstetrics and gynecology, and female pelvic medicine reconstructive surgery. She currently serves as the Medical Director of Women's Health for Reid Health Indiana. Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

This podcast explores how a new ostomate adapts to a new diagnosis of living with an ostomy. Josh shares his experience in this first episode of a 4-part series.  Guest bio: Josh was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis in November 2017.  He was evaluated by Inflammatory Bowel Disease experts from Rochester Mayo Clinic and University of Minnesota Medical Center.  After failing maximum medical therapies, it was determined to surgically remove his colon in November 2018.  In February 2019, the final surgery was completed making his ileostomy permanent.  Since the decision to remove his colon, his health has returned, requires zero medication, no specialized diet, and no further complications from Ulcerative Colitis. He is a member of the United Ostomy Association of America and the Ostomy Association of the Minneapolis Area.  He participated in the 2019 Ostomy Awareness Day 5K hosted by Coloplast and has participated in Coloplast sponsored events.    Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

This podcast explores the many adapted activities people enjoy after SCI, including participation in the PVA games, as well as the fears that may come along with that. Guest bio: Joanne Jackson is the Clinical Care Coordinator for the Spinal Cord Injury Rehab Unit at the James Haley VA Medical Center. She holds a BSN and MSN from Jacksonville University and has 14 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in spinal cord injury and acute rehabilitation. She has a passion for adaptive sports and is a strong supporter of her local PVA chapter, where she spends time volunteering for various events.   Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

 In this podcast, Joanne gives us typical scenarios about when a SCI patient returns home from the hospital post initial injury. She discusses how the patient adapts to change and common obstacles faced. Guest bio: Joanne Jackson is the Clinical Care Coordinator for the Spinal Cord Injury Rehab Unit at the James Haley VA Medical Center. She holds a BSN and MSN from Jacksonville University and has 14 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in spinal cord injury and acute rehabilitation. She has a passion for adaptive sports and is a strong supporter of her local PVA chapter, where she spends time volunteering for various events.  Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Kimberly shares insight and discusses the challenges that clinicians and patients face with PMARSI, the complications of these types of skin injuries, and the importance of keeping peristomal skin intact. In addition, she discusses how peristomal skin complications should not be normalized. Guest bio: Kimberly LeBlanc is known globally as an innovative nurse leader. She is the current Academic Chair of the Association for Nurses Specialized in Wound Ostomy and Continence Care's (NSWOCC) Wound Ostomy and Continence Institute (WOC Institute) and an Advanced Practice and Certified Wound Ostomy Continence nurse working with KDS Professional Consulting. She holds a Doctorate of Philosophy in Nursing from Queen's University. Kimberly is an Adjunct Professor with the University of Western Ontario Masters in Wound Care Program and an Affiliate Lecturer at McGill University. Kimberly is a past president and founding member of the International Skin Tear Advisory Panel and the co-chair of the Canadian Pressure Injury Advisory Panel.  Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

In this episode, Joanne takes us on an inpatient SCI rehab journey, including common challenges faced by patients during this time & collaboration by the clinical team.Guest bio: Joanne Jackson is the Clinical Care Coordinator for the Spinal Cord Injury Rehab Unit at the James Haley VA Medical Center. She holds a BSN and MSN from Jacksonville University and has 14 years experience as a Registered Nurse in spinal cord injury and acute rehabilitation. She has a passion for adaptive sports and is a strong supporter of her local PVA chapter, where she spends time volunteering for various events.Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

 Kim Fields shares how developmental levels of a child should be part of how ostomy education is discussed and taught. She shares her insight with this very special patient population.  Guest bio: Kim is a Registered Nurse and certified in wound, ostomy and continence. She has been a pediatric nurse for over 20 years. She currently practices at a level one trauma, academic hospital that includes a free-standing children's hospital. Her current practice area is focused on the pediatric wound and ostomy population. Kim has provided over 11 years of camp service at Youth Rally, a summer camp for kids ages 10-17 with bowel and bladder conditions. She has also traveled internationally to assist with mobile clinics and education. Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Joanne discusses her perspective on her chosen field of SCI Rehab Nursing, the journey that got her there & encouragement toward others who may be contemplating a similar role.Guest bio: Joanne Jackson is the Clinical Care Coordinator for the Spinal Cord Injury Rehab Unit at the James Haley VA Medical Center. She holds a BSN and MSN from Jacksonville University and has 14 years experience as a Registered Nurse in spinal cord injury and acute rehabilitation. She has a passion for adaptive sports and is a strong supporter of her local PVA chapter, where she spends time volunteering for various events.  Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

 Linda discusses key differences between fistula types and provides perspective on how to approach the evaluation and management of such a unique population.Guest bio: Linda Coulter has been a certified wound, ostomy, and continence nurse since 2010. She currently cares for patients at University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center in Beachwood, OH. She serves as a member on the board of trustees for the Mideast Region Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society. Her role as a WOCN nurse also includes teaching at the Rupert B Turnbulls school of WOCN Nursing and she is a regular contributor to Phoenix magazine, the official publication of the United Ostomy Associations of America.  Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Dr. Diaz provides insight into the specialized area of urogynecology. In this episode, she will examine the role of a urogynecologist in managing female urological complications.  Guest BioDr. Diaz is a urogynecologist and has a dual board certification in obstetrics and gynecology, and female pelvic medicine reconstructive surgery. She currently serves as the medical director of women's health for Reid Health Indiana.  Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Mike has been living with two ostomies since 2009. In this podcast he discusses how he adapted to being a double ostomate. Guest BioMike is a double ostomate, due to a stage 4 colorectal cancer diagnosis in the fall of 2008. Mike recently retired and spends his free time golfing, playing tennis, biking and traveling. Mike and his wife are actively involved in fundraising for colon cancer research through the MKCCR foundation. Mike also speaks to groups regarding living with ostomies and volunteers with cancer patients to help them cope with the cancer journey, including the effects of surgery, chemo and radiationVisit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Todd’s life changed when he broke is neck in a beach accident. As a spinal cord injured veteran, he discusses what his quality of life is like as a quadriplegic. Guest bioTodd Kemery is a veteran who currently serves as president at Paralyzed Veterans of America, Minnesota chapter. Todd served in the Marines in the late 70s through the early 80s. Todd has a spinal cord injury that changed the trajectory of his life as a veteran and he will share his experiences and insights with us.Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Being a new WOC Nurse can be daunting when you are brand new. In this podcast Mary Mahoney discusses how she would guide a novice WOC Nurse transitioning from a staff nurse role in their same facility as well as starting at a new hospital. Whether you are a new or experience WOC Nurse, this podcast can provide insight while you transition, or you are helping someone transition! Guest BioMary Mahoney is a Wound Ostomy Continence (WOC) nurse at UnityPoint at Home, where she and her WOC team use their expertise to consult and collaborate with field clinicians providing care to patients in their homes via telehealth.  She is also adjunct faculty with the WEBWOC Nursing Education Program.  Mary is Past President and Board Member of the Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB). She has served as member and chair of the WOCN Society Ostomy Committee. Her other roles include peer review, poster review, and document revision for the WOCN Society and Symposium on Advanced Wound Care (SAWC). She has authored several articles for the Journal of Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing and has spoken at National conferences. Mary has also served on numerous committees for the Iowa Affiliate of the WOCN Society.Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Todd is a veteran living with a spinal cord injury since August of 1982. In this episode he talks about the impact his injury has had on his bowel care. Guest bioTodd Kemery is a veteran who currently serves as president at Paralyzed Veterans of America, Minnesota chapter. Todd served in the Marines in the late 70s through the early 80s. Todd has a spinal cord injury that changed the trajectory of his life as a veteran and he will share his experiences and insights with us.Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Jan is an Advanced Practice WOC Nurse working in an outpatient setting. In this episode she talks about her role at the University of Chicago and other APRN roles. Guest bio:Jan has practiced as a WOC nurse for 40 years, working at the University of Chicago Medicine, a 900-bed academic inner city medical center.  She directs and provides care to the outpatient ostomy population working in general surgery clinics.  She is a past president of the WOCN Society, and Friends of Ostomates Worldwide USA, is the ostomy section editor of the Journal of Wound Ostomy and Continence, the editor of several text books on ostomy care as well as the author of multiple journal articles.  She has presented nationally and internationally on ostomy topics and precepts ostomy students attending the WOCN educational programs.Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Todd is a veteran living with a spinal cord injury. In this episode he talks about his experience with the VA healthcare system and how to be an advocate for yourself in the VA. Guest bioTodd Kemery is a veteran who currently serves as president at Paralyzed Veterans of America, Minnesota chapter. Todd served in the Marines in the late 70s through the early 80s. Todd has a spinal cord injury that changed the trajectory of his life as a veteran and he will share his experiences and insights with us. Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

Janet works as an independent consultant in a private practice. In our latest podcast she explains what her role looks like and how she got into this position. Guest bio:Janet has 34 years’ experience in WOC nursing and has been certified as a CWOCN since 1985. Her career began with a focus in critical care as a certified critical care registered nurse. In 1996, she began a private wound, ostomy, continence practice, first as a partnership and presently as sole proprietor practicing across the continuum with a focus on ostomy care and a passion for patients attaining their desirable quality of life. Janet runs three outpatient ostomy clinics serving different populations.Janet lectures nationally and internationally, has co-authored both a home study course on Wound Management & Healing and an educational video on Common Perineal Skin Injuries, and published on Quality of Life of People Living with an Ostomy. She participates in Ostomy and Incontinence Associated Dermatitis research. Her peers awarded her the PCR ET Nurse of the Year Award in 1996, PCR President’s Award in 2000 and PCR Professional Educational Award in 2004.Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.

With over 10 years’ experience in the area of spinal cord injury and disease, Liz Saltigerald, BSN, RN, CWOCN discusses the bed bound patients she works with and how to help improve their quality of life. Guest BioLiz Saltigerald is a Registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience in spinal cord injury and disease. She is also a board-certified Wound Ostomy and Continence Nurse. She serves as a member of our armed forces in the Airforce Reserve. Her clinical experience and interest has always been focused within the military and veteran population. Her current position is with James A. Haley VA Medical Center, in Tampa, Florida.Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional for more educational offerings.

What impact does leakage have on the quality of life for an ostomate? What is the common cause for leakage from an ostomy pouching system? What accessories or barrier products are recommended for managing leakage? These questions and more are answered in this podcast. Guest BioJane Fellows received her bachelor and master’s degrees in nursing from Duke University. She attended the Emory University WOC nursing educating program and is certified as an Advanced Practice Wound Ostomy Continence nurse. She has done presentations on ostomy and fistula management regionally, nationally and internationally and has published chapters in textbooks as well as articles in the Journal of Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing (JWOCN). She has served on the WOCN CB and the ostomy guidelines taskforce for the WOCN Society.Visit https://www.coloplast.us/professional/ for more educational offerings.