Coloplast develops products and services that make life easier for people living with intimate healthcare needs, including stoma care, continence care, wound and skin care, interventional urology, tracheostomy and laryngectomy care. Our purpose is rooted in a simple principle: understanding the real-life challenges people face and developing solutions that support confidence, independence and quality of life. This commitment began in the early 1950s when nurse Elise Sørensen sought a solution for her sister Thora, who was struggling with life following a stoma operation. Elise's idea led to the creation of the world's first adhesive stoma bag and the founding of Coloplast.

For many people living with long-term conditions, access to the right products and support can reduce complications, improve quality of life and help avoid unnecessary demand on healthcare services. This is increasingly important as the NHS seeks to deliver more care closer to home, improve productivity and ensure that resources are used effectively across the health system.
At Coloplast, we work in partnership with healthcare professionals, commissioners, procurement teams and patient organisations to support better outcomes and experiences for patients. Our approach combines innovation, clinical evidence, education and practical support services designed to help people self-manage their conditions, maintain independence and access clinically appropriate choices that best meet their individual needs.

We recognise the challenges facing health systems, including financial pressures, workforce constraints and increasing demand. Through ongoing investment in innovation and collaboration, we aim to support NHS priorities around prevention, personalised care, clinically appropriate patient choice and sustainable service delivery while ensuring patients have access to the products and support they need to live well.

Today, Coloplast supports millions of people globally and remains committed to improving outcomes for people with intimate healthcare needs while contributing to a more sustainable and effective healthcare system.