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Catheter, Ostomy and Feeding Tube Care
Catheter changes, ostomy care and feeding tube management, plus confident caregivers. Based in Canoga Park and serving all of greater Los Angeles.
Based in Canoga Park, serving greater Los Angeles
Catheter, Ostomy and Tube Care from licensed nurses
Catheters, ostomies and feeding tubes can feel overwhelming at first. With the right teaching, most families handle the daily routine well and call the nurse for the parts that need a professional.
Our nurses provide the skilled pieces of this care and spend real time teaching, so patients keep their dignity and caregivers know exactly what normal looks like.
Our nurses provide catheter, ostomy and tube care in homes across the San Fernando Valley, Thousand Oaks, Santa Clarita and Valencia, and the Westside from Brentwood to Bel Air.
What's included
What a catheter, ostomy and tube care visit covers
Urinary catheters
Insertion, changes, and infection prevention teaching.
Ostomy care
Skin protection, appliance fitting and supply guidance.
Feeding tubes
G-tube site care, feeding schedules and medication administration.
Caregiver training
Hands-on practice until family members feel ready.
Who it helps
Who this service is for
Patients going home with a new device and families who want support with an existing one.
All skilled services require a physician's order. If you don't have one yet, contact our office and we can reach out to the doctor for you. See how Medicare and insurance coverage works.
FAQ
Common questions about catheter, ostomy and tube care
How often are catheters changed?
It depends on the catheter type and physician orders. Your nurse will explain the schedule.
What skin problems are common around an ostomy?
Redness, irritation and leaks from a poorly fitting appliance. A nurse can usually solve these with fit and product changes.
Can medications go through a feeding tube?
Many can, but not all. Ask the nurse or pharmacist before crushing any pill.
Related services
Often paired with catheter, ostomy and tube care
Bring the nurse home.
Planning a hospital discharge or worried about a parent at home? Reach our Canoga Park office and we'll walk you through the next steps, from doctor's orders to the first visit.
Written and medically reviewed by Aida Karamian, RN, BSN, PHN, Owner and Director of Nursing. Last updated