Patient Navigator
Work with a Faith Regional Health Services patient navigator to coordinate all steps of your cancer journey.
Benefits of a Patient Navigator
Let your patient navigator be your main point of contact. Rely on this professional for guidance, support, and education. Your patient navigator can:
- Help you understand your diagnosis
- Explain your treatment and support services options
- Coordinate your care and communicate with other members of your team
- Discuss any warning signs or symptoms that may arise during your course of treatment and recovery
- Connect you with community resources
- Ease your mind
- Answer your questions
- Be your advocate
Complete Cancer Team
Find peace of mind knowing your patient navigator and the rest of your care team meet often to talk about your health and to create a treatment plan that fits your needs. Your cancer team may include:
Medical oncologists
Diagnose and treat cancer
Chaplains
Provide spiritual support
Dietitians
Support good health through nutrition
Mental health counselors
Help you cope with a cancer diagnosis
Nurses
Provide care and education
Pharmacists
Make sure you’re taking medications correctly
Radiation Oncologist
Specialize in treating cancer using radiation therapy
Rehabilitation therapists
Help you build or maintain strength and independence
Social workers
Provide emotional support and connect you with resources to overcome any challenges
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