In this special episode of WOCTalk, we kick off Season 4 of the Ostomy Observations series with Karla Lohnes, RN, MClScWH, BScN, NSWOC, WOCC(C), who shares her insights on managing ostomy challenges and the evolving role of convexity in post-op care. From understanding the differences between bowel and bladder diversion patients to navigating soft vs. firm convexity, Karla covers practical strategies, accessory use, and her vision for the future of convexity solutions.
This podcast is part of the Ostomy Observations Series, a 6-part series included in the “Educating Today for Exceptional Outcomes Tomorrow” Program. Both the Ostomy Observations podcast series and the Educating Today for Exceptional Outcomes Tomorrow Program are commercially supported through an educational grant from Hollister Incorporated. For more information, visit wocn.org/exceptionaloutcomes. The WOCN® Society does not endorse or support products or services.
About the Speaker:
Karla Lohnes, RN, MClScWH, BScN, NSWOC, WOCC(C), has over 15 years of experience working as Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence. She has been certified in WOC nursing since 2012. She works in a tertiary care center providing pre-operative teaching and marking, post-operative ostomy teaching and outpatient support in an ostomy clinic.
Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant.