December 2009 Issue

The December issue of The Phoenix ostomy magazine mail date is 12/4/09. Subscription orders received November 12, 2009 through Feb 11, 2010 will start with the December issue.

Bouncing Back
Mountain Mom always overcomes setbacks

Stress-Free Intimacy

Achieving a fulfilling and balanced sex life

Medical Records

A key to quality care

Lessons of a Wounded Warrior

Iraq War veteran helps others despite hardships

Lasting Impression

Kenneth Aukett has championed ostomy patient support for over 30 years

Coming Full Circle
SGV Medical Supply returns to only serving ostomates

UOAA National Conference
First timer makes the most of her visit

Ostomy News & Products
New products and announcements in the ostomy community

American Ostomy Census
Counting surgeries and ostomy patients in the U.S.

Nutrition Guide for People with Ostomies
Part I of II.

Causes of Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Current understanding of the origin of IBD

Ostomies and Arthritis
Tips and treatment for those with an ostomy and arthritis

Seize the Opportunity
UOAA Advocacy department fights for ostomy supply coverage

Temporary Stomas and Their Reversal
By Dr. David Beck

Also

Ask the Ostomy Doctor

Ask the Ostomy Nurse

President's Message - Rewarding Journey

Book Review

UOAA Leaders

Advertisers

"The Phoenix just gets better with each issue. It's jam-packed with all kinds of information, from medical/scientific to human interest that you won't find anywhere else. I look forward to each issue."

- C Schaetzel, California