2023 was a difficult year for me with my health. Dr. Santiago took me as a patient when no one else would. She is not only a great therapist but a compassionate and caring person who puts her patients well being, both physically and emotionally, first. I am forever grateful and indebted to her for helping me through the year.
Ostomy Rehabilitation & Management Program
Compassionate, specialist ostomy rehabilitation in Longwood, FL for movement, core recovery, peristomal management, and returning to daily life with confidence after ostomy surgery.
A specialty program of the Integumentary Physiotherapy Institute
Ostomy Rehabilitation & Management Program
Ostomy surgery is life-changing — but the rehabilitation after it is often overlooked. Patients face challenges that require specialty-trained care: peristomal skin complications, core weakness, scar tissue, lymphedema risk, and functional decline.
Our Ostomy Rehabilitation & Management Program provides a safe, judgment-free environment where patients receive individualized care addressing the functional and integumentary consequences of ostomy surgery.
Who This Program Helps
How the Program Works
Evaluation Phase
• Functional assessment • Movement confidence screening • Skin condition review
Adaptation Phase
• Mobility training • Appliance confidence education • Skin protection routines
Integration Phase
• Activity progression • Community participation readiness
Maintenance Phase
• Self-management independence • Long-term complication monitoring awareness
Treatment Outcomes
Trusted by Patients Across Central Florida
Amazing!!! Dr Elias-Santiago goes beyond treating you. Empathy is part of her treatment(s). Recommend her with all my heart.
Ive been coming to Dr. Santiago for a few years. Her help has helped me immensely while recovering from surgery and helping me manage any new diagnoses that may pop up. She’s always ready to help with reasonable pricing and quality care
Ready to Begin Your Ostomy Rehabilitation & Management Program?
A certified specialist is ready to evaluate your condition and design a personalized treatment plan.
Request EvaluationOr call (321) 972-3238 — Mon–Thu 9AM–4PM · Fri 9AM–1PM
A specialty program of the Integumentary Physiotherapy Institute