Parthenon Ostomy Supplies Visit The Midwest! Couldn't Make It To UOAA 2015 in St. Louis? Take A Look Here!

St. Louis, MO was the host for the UOAA meeting in 2015 and it was a great time!  There was an excellent representation throughout the industry and we are thrilled to view the new photos of the attendees! Here they are!
United Ostomy Association of America 2015 Photos




We are looking forward to the next meeting in 2017!

Ostomy Supplies and Wound Dressings in Alaska

Finding a company that can supply you with the items you need quickly can be a challenge.  In the case of someone with an ileostomy or urostomy, getting the pouching systems and skin care products from an established and knowledgeable family run company can set your mind at ease.  The Parthenon Company has been in business since 1961 serving its valued customers every time they need their supplies.  We provide prompt service at a reasonable price.  In fact, if you find a price lower than ours, we will beat it by 5%!  Although we aren't located in Alaska, we are just underneath in Utah and can get you your products fast via UPS, FedEx or the USPS depending on your preference.  Next time you're shopping around give us a try!  You'll be glad you did.

Ostomy Vocabulary 101

Colostomy: type of ostomy where the large intestine is brought to the abdominal surface through a surgically created opening to eliminate stool.

Ileostomy: type of ostomy where the smalle intestine is brought to the abdominal surface through a surgically created opening to eliminate stool.

Urostomy: a surgically created opening in the abdomen that allows people to eliminate urine.

Ostomy: a general term that encompasses all types of ostomy surgeries.

Internal Deodorant: used to deodorize stool/feces and taken orally.  A common product used is Devrom chewable tablets.

Output: refers to stool or urine that exits the body through the stoma.

Skin Barrier: the part of a two piece ostomy appliance system that goes directly onto the skin around the stoma and also attaches to the bag.  Also called a faceplate and wafer, this will protect peristomal skin from contact from stomal output.

Bag: also known as a pouch.  A general term for the ostomy appliance.

Peristomal: the area of the skin around your stoma. It is very important to maintain the health of the skin around the stoma.

Ostomy Paste: usually a pectin based product used to smooth divots and creases of the skin around the stoma and to protect the peristomal skin.  A common product is Stomahesive paste and Adapt Paste .

Standard Wear: a general term for the type of material that makes up the skin barrier.  It  has different names depending on the ostomy manufacturer.  Usually costs less and will have a shorter wear time.

Extended Wear: a general term for the type of material that makes up the skin barrier.  It  has different names depending on the ostomy manufacturer.  Usually costs more and will have a longer wear time.

Stool: fecal matter or waste coming from the small intestine and large intestine.

Herniation: when the intestine presses against a weak area of the abdominal muscle.  Called a peristomal hernia when this happens close to the stoma.  Can be minimized with an ostomy belt.  Surgery can also be used in its correction.

One Piece Appliance: comprising of an ostomy bag and a skin barrier as one piece.

Ostomy Absorbent: an ostomy accessory common for ileostomies and used to thicken or gelatinize the pouch contents. Available as a scoop or a packet form i.e. ParSORB Gel Packets .

Ostomy Deodorant: any product that deodorizes the pouch contents.  Used by placing the deodorant directly into the bag such as m9, Brava Lubricating Deodorant, and DevKo.

Two Piece Appliance: an ostomy system where the bag and skin barrier are separated.  This allows the user to just change the bag when desired.

Closed End Pouch: a type of ostomy bag where there is no opening to empty it.  Common to people with colostomies.

Drainable Pouch: an ostomy bag where the bottom part is re-sealable allowing the user to empty when needed.

Tail Closure: a clip used to close drainable ostomy bags.

Resealable Closure: a closure method of drainable ostomy pouches where a hook and loop type method is used.

Parthenon Supports The 2012 Ostomate Youth Rally in Boulder Colorado

In July 2012 in Boulder, Colorado, the Youth Rally was held and the Parthenon Company joined as one of the supporters by providing product samples for the campers and staff!

Organized by the Youth Rally Commitee, which is a non profit group whose sole purpose is to provide the “Youth Rally” experience to as many kids as possible.  Every donation goes directly to the Youth Rally.  Youth Rally provides a non-threatening environment where adolescents with bladder or bowel dysfunction receive education and psychosocial support that encourages independent living. Kids ages 11-17 with bladder or bowel dysfunction attend the Youth Rally and may have any of the following procedures: Ileostomy,Colostomy,Urostomy, Ace/Malone (Appendicostomy),Self Catheterization,Bowel Management, or J-Pouch or other continent diversion. This multi-day event is designed to be fun for the kids with education, discussion groups, activities, dances, peer group support and more!  

Parthenon is proud to provide the support made to this great event. 

About Parthenon

Distributor and manufacturer of specialty medical supplies for over 50 years, Parthenon prides itself on providing superior customer service and unbeatable prices.  We will beat any advertised price by 5% if it is lower than ours!  Parthenon specializes in ostomy supplies, wound care, skin care and foot care products.  For an ostomy catalog call today 1-800-453-8898.

The Colon Club Colondar - Fighting to raise awareness of colorectal cancer

Check out the 2012 Colondar filled with real people fighting and surviving colorectal cancer.  It is an uplifting positive message and is a great thing to support! 

It has been featured in the Parthenon ostomy catalog in past years and we hope to introduce the Colondar to more people not familiar with this great effort.

The Parthenon Company is a family owned/operated group serving the ostomy community since 1961.  We are one of the few companies to retain our original ownership and remain small enough to provide superior customer service and large enough to provide the lowest prices on ostomy supplies nationwide.  Parthenon specializes in ostomy products as well as wound care and other specialty medical products.

UOAA 2013 - Fourth National Conference Held by the United Ostomy Associations of America

 Do you have a colostomy, ileostomy, or urostomy?  Or you may be preparing to have ostomy surgery.  Perhaps you have a loved one or good friend with a stoma.  If so, you should consider attending the Fourth UOAA National Conference.  It is the meeting for the United Ostomy Associations of America where ostomates from all over attend to learn about ostomy care, meet eachother and catch up on industry news.  It will be held in Jacksonville, Florida at the Hyatt Regency, Jacksonville Riverfront on August 7-10, 2013.  The event theme is "Bridge to Acceptance."  Ostomy pouch manufacturers will attend such as Hollister, ConvaTec, Coloplast and Nu-Hope.  This can be helpful in finding a pouch that best suits you.  

Whatever line YOU use, it is important to make sure you are getting the best price and quality service from your supplier.  That's where Parthenon has you covered!  With our "lowest price guarantee", committment to quality service, and getting you the product you want without substituting for a cheaper one, the Parthenon Company is the nationwide leader in discounted ostomy supplies.  Parthenon sells the entire line of Hollister ostomy supplies, ConvaTec ostomy supplies, ConvaTec wound care, and skin care lines too!

Not long ago we celebrated our 50th year anniversary of serving the ostomy community and we are proud that we have done it with honesty, integrity, and with the greatest attention to our customer's needs. Visit us online or call toll free 1-800-453-8898!

Attention Ostomy World! Big Event Coming Up!

On October 6, 2012 we will celebrate World Ostomy Day and Ostomy Awareness Day!  Ostomy associations around the world are joining efforts to really publicize this events efforts .  Focus is on eliminating the negative view society has of people with ostomies.  Not only that but we want to promote the fact that ostomy surgery has saved thousands and thousands of lives.  It should be said that ostomy surgery is life giving and is an amazing medical achievement for people who need it.

 

Help raise awareness in your area! Organize your ostomy support group to work with community leaders. Use Twitter, Facebook and other social media avenues.  Contact your national ostomy organization and volunteer to help their efforts. 

There are hundreds of thousands of people with ostomies in the United States with more and more added each year.  A person will have ostomy surgery due to several things, but a few include colon cancer, abdominal gun shot/knife wound, and ulcerative colitis.  As a result, the person has a surgically created opening in the abdomen to discharge body waste (urine/feces).  The person will wear and ostomy appliance basically made up of a skin barrier and an ostomy pouch. 

About Parthenon
The Parthenon Company is a niche developer, manufacturer of medical products and a distributor of ostomy supplies and wound care products. Via its annual ostomy catalog and online presence since 1997, the company is also a discount mail order house for specialty ostomy supplies. Some of Parthenon's products include, ParSORB, Devrom, and Devko. For more information, visit http://www.parthenoninc.com.

Living With an Ostomy Video from the UOAA -- The Parthenon Company

Do you have an ostomy?  Do you require Ostomy Supplies? Is ostomy surgery something that may be a consideration in your future?  The United Ostomy Assciations of America (UOAA) has an excellent video "illustrates the positive quality of life attainable after ostomy surgery" as written on the UOAA website. 

Check out the video here: UOAA Living With An Ostomy

About the UOAA

The United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc. (UOAA) is a national network for bowel and urinary diversion support groups in the United States. Its goal is to provide a nonprofit association that will serve to unify and strengthen its member support groups, which are organized for the benefit of people who have, or will have intestinal or urinary diversions and their caregivers. http://www.ostomy.org/

About the Parthenon Company, Inc.

The Parthenon Company is a family owned company centered on providing the highest levels of service and quality products possible.  We manufacture and distribute medical products mostly centered around ostomy supplies, wound care, bariatric and foot care.  A trusted name for over 50 years, Parthenon has a reputation for being the definitive source for obtaining any and all ostomy products.  Call us anytime 1-800-453-8898 or visit online at www.parthenoninc.com