The Medical Lifestyle Advisory Committee is comprised of a group of dedicated, professional and knowledgeable experts in the field of ostomy care and management. Opinions, recommendations and advice expressed provide a safe and professional place for interchange of ideas and discussions. The intent is to support people living with an ostomy in order that they may live and thrive in a more balanced life.
Recommendations are not made to diagnose, or provide treatment for any health ailment, medical condition or disease. Nor, as a substitute for seeking professional advice, guidance and treatment for such problems. No responsibility or liability will be made in connection with any advice. All matters remain confidential and will not be shared.
RN BScN MCISc-WH WOCC(C)
Registered Nurse
Naturopath and Pharmacist
RD, BEd
Dietitian
BScPT CAFCI MCPA
Registered Physiotherapist
RN, BSN, MClSc (WH), NSWOC, CWOCN
Registered Nurse
M.D., F.R.C.S.(C)
Senior Colorectal Surgeon,
Sinai Health System
RN-EC PHCNP NSWOC WOCC(C) MSc MScN
Personal Health Coach
MD FRCSC,
Acting Chief Plastic Surgery
Scarborough Health Network
Question: During a recent visit to my family Doctor, the frequency of emptying my ostomy pouch during travel, or even attending any social event, came
Question: I have had a ileostomy (wear a pouch) since 1999. Other conditions that affect me are a short bowel and hernias which a qualified
Question: Dear support staff. I have had a colostomy now for several months. I had a Hartman procedure but there are no plans to reverse
1. Is Psyllium just as good to use as Metamucil? It is important to look at the form of Metamucil – the sugar free brand (powder)
Question: My husband had an ileostomy for 13 months following surgery to removal rectal cancer tumor. He had a reversal of the ileostomy done in
Question: Hello, I am 82 yrs. old, with also some blindness, not able to do all is required with app’s etc. Would greatly appreciate my
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