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Addressing Gaps in Ostomy Care: WOCN Takes the Lead on Policy Revision
Ostomy surgeries, including colostomies, ileostomies, and urostomies, are life-saving procedures that significantly impact patients’ quality of life. However, access to quality care and essential supplies …
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WOCN Society Named Lecture Series: Honorees & 2023 Presenters
The Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses SocietyTM (WOCN®) maintains a series of named lectures reserved to honor, recognize, and uphold the legacy of outstanding individuals …
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The WOCN Society Announces Fellow Program, Recognizing WOC Nursing Excellence
Mt. Laurel, New Jersey, February 22, 2022 – The Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society™ (WOCN®) announced the WOCN Fellow Program in recognition of nursing …
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5 Common Mistakes When Choosing a Professional Healthcare Event
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Member Spotlight: Carolyn Loughner, BSN, RN, CRRN, CWOCN
Welcome to the WOCN Society Member Spotlight blog, featuring the inspiring stories behind our members. This month, we’re spotlighting Carolyn Loughner—a first-year member of the …
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Member Spotlight: Charlie Buscemi, PhD, APRN, CWCN, WOCNF
Welcome to the first WOCN Society Member Spotlight blog, featuring the inspiring stories behind our members. This month, we’re spotlighting Dr. Charlie Buscemi—a nine-year member …
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WOCN Members Announced as Inductees for The American Academy of Nursing 2020 Class of Fellows
The American Academy of Nursing (Academy) announced it has selected 230 distinguished nurse leaders to join the 2020 Class of Fellows. The inductees will be …
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The WOCN® Society Introduces a Modernized Brand and Website During Annual Member’s Business Meeting
The Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society™ (WOCN®) introduced a modernized brand and new website during the Annual Member’s Business Meeting on Wednesday, July 15. …
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Ostomy Patient Working Toward Becoming Ostomy Nurse
The content in this blog was provided by Charlotte Rensberger, Blog Coordinator at Girls with Guts I was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis and had my …
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