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We all know that as a disabled person, we have many mountains to climb. In Robert Hill's case, this is not just a metaphor - he is the real deal as a mountain climber with an Ostomy. Robert was diagnosed with Crohn's and Colitis when he was 23 years old. He led a very adventurous life and this diagnosis devasted Rob. He found meditation very helpful, as suggested by his brother. Once he got his Ostomy, he went into Ostomy supply sales. He realized that most people were not even that aware how a person with an Ostomy functions, nor do they notice as much as the person themselves do - in other words, it is not something to be self conscious about, and who cares (as Rob says). Rob climbed 7 mountain summits - a feat impressive in itself, but more challenging with an Ostomy, There are also some advantages to having an Ostomy pouch and mountain climbing - Rob explains this in a candid manner. We feel that this episode we have put together is very interesting and inspiring, whether you have an ostomy or not.
Episode Description
This episode is full of high’s and low’s - no pun intended. You will understand why when you tune and hear this story!!
Being diagnosed and suffering with multiple serious life-threatening health conditions Patrick shares his journey through the very lows of his life. IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease - Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn’s), Cancer and many other health conditions.
Surgery after surgery put his body in a very weak state. He had so many within a ten year period that his life changed. Living with an ostomy has not slowed him down in finding his mission. This mission is to share and bring awareness about Crohn’s disease, ostomies and living with a chronic health issue.
Patrick found his peace and mission at high elevations. Climbing several summits and creating a team of athletes sharing similar health issues. “THE OSTOMY ATHLETE” is fitting as I see pictures of him climbing summits, glaciers, and tenting on a mountains edge.
His story is a peak full of determination, stamina, courage, and strength. I encourage you to read more about The Ostomy Athlete.
Episode Description
Summary: In this inspiring episode of The Beautiful Bag, LeeAnne sits down with Patrick, also known as the "Ostomy Athlete" on Instagram. Patrick shares his remarkable journey of overcoming challenges and achieving incredible feats in extreme sports and mountaineering while living with an ostomy. His story is a testament to the power of determination and resilience in the face of adversity.
Key Takeaways:
Patrick's Introduction: Learn about Patrick, the "Ostomy Athlete," and his background.
Embracing Extreme Sports: Discover how Patrick got into extreme sports and mountaineering.
Living with an Ostomy: Patrick discusses his journey of living with an ostomy and how it has impacted his life.
Overcoming Challenges: Hear about the unique challenges Patrick faces while pursuing his passion in extreme environments.
Inspiring Others: Patrick's story serves as an inspiration to others in the ostomy community and beyond.
Never Lose Hope: Patrick emphasizes the importance of never giving up and maintaining a positive outlook, even in the face of adversity.
The Hirschsprung’s Hour
Presenter
The Hirschsprung’s Hour is the leading Hirschsprung’s show in the world. The condition effects 1 in 5000 babies in the UK and is present when the ganglion cells (nerves) fail to form in parts of the intestine. Tom Richard will bring you some of the most inspirational advocates with this condition, who are thriving in the world of sport, TV and modelling from around the world.
Episode Description
This week I chat with Patrick about his incredible journey of overcoming challenges and achieving incredible mountaineering endeavours.
Patrick shares his inspirational story from his diagnosis in his teens all the way through to forming his mountaineering team, with 3 more exceptional ostomy athletes from the UK, USA and Canada.
Along the way we discuss how Patrick got into extreme sports, the moments that inspired him, and also how he helps others in the ostomy community, through maintaining a high degree of positivity.
We end on a couple of stand out moments that are personal to Patrick during his climbs - be sure to stick around to the end to find out!!