The topic is about the recent 2023 UOAA Conference held in Orlando, where people from the ostomy community gathered to connect, learn, and have fun. Here are some highlights and insights shared by a participant:

- The conference featured various exhibits, with Hollister and Coloplast having the most noticeable booths. Hollister was also a sponsor of MAO, though details about MAO were not provided.

- Social events included a lively "Mad Hatters Ball," where attendees embraced a playful theme, dressing up and momentarily forgetting about their ostomy bags.

- Informal moments captured in photos included scenes of Night Owl, Kaligirl, Warrior, beautiful beach sunsets, and charming "duckies" following each other along the hotel beach. There was also a special photo taken for someone known as Beachboy.

- The participant is still on the lookout for photos of Mr. Riva and Susan T.’s toast and promises to share more images soon.

Additional questions and information from the conference:

- When asked about attendance, the participant mentioned that the total number of attendees is still being compiled. However, only five MAO members were confirmed to have attended, with three others unable to make it due to medical issues.

- A teaser was shared about more photos to come, including one featuring a "mystery chick-magnet fella."

- The participant noted that meeting others with shared interests, especially within the ostomy community, always makes for a memorable experience.

Advice and insights from the community:

- Forum members expressed gratitude for the shared photos, noting that the venue looked beautiful and the event seemed enjoyable.

- One member suggested rotating portrait-oriented photos for easier viewing on a PC.

- Some members mentioned that distance and travel costs prevented them from attending, though they expressed interest in future conferences, humorously suggesting they be packed in a suitcase next time.

- A seasonal insight was shared, with some members finding Florida particularly appealing in February or March, rather than during the summer heat.