Barry Maughan, of Hamilton, MNZM, for services to health
Mr Maughan has been Vice President, President and Treasurer of the Federation of New Zealand Ostomy Societies. He has worked with Ostomates, Colorectal Surgeons, Stomal Therapists and the Ministry of Health to ensure that Ostomates receive the best possible care and support. He is an officer in the Asia and South Pacific Ostomy Association and the International Ostomy Association (IOA). As the International Coordinator of the 5th World Ostomy Day, he coordinated the activities of 42 member countries. He served as acting President and later Chairperson of the IOA. Mr Maughan has worked with Ostomates, Health Professionals and Ostomy appliance companies globally to establish ostomy patient support groups.