Empowering Ostomates Online Through Advocacy and Sport
Pro athlete. Creator.
IBD advocate.
I'm Rob Nunnery, a professional pickleball player, IBD advocate, and ostomate documenting one of the most raw, unfiltered medical journeys in sport.
In January 2026, I underwent a complete proctectomy, permanently removing my rectum, colon, and anus. I'm sharing every part of what comes next, because no one should have to figure this out alone.
The Unfiltered Version, Weekly.
About Rob Nunnery
A Journey of Resilience & Purpose
What started as a fight to keep competing has become something much larger. After five colorectal surgeries, a colostomy, and a complete proctectomy in January 2026, I've documented every step publicly. And 30 million people watched in the first month alone. This is where I write, reflect, and share what I'm learning along the way.
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How I Work & What I Share
I work across sport, advocacy, and content to help people better understand IBD, chronic illness, and life with an ostomy.
Professional Athlete
19 Titles · First MLP Champion
Competing globally as one of the few pro athletes with an ostomy.
IBD & Ostomy Advocate
Unfiltered Crohn's, ostomy, and surgical recovery. Documenting my proctectomy (30M+ views) to help others navigate the hard stuff.
Creator & Writer
Articles on performance, mindset, recovery, and adapting through chronic illness.
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