Patient navigators are increasingly available at hospitals and other
healthcare settings to help patients deal with life-changing diagnoses.
Even in the best of circumstances,
navigating the highly specialized and
confusing arena of the U.S. healthcare
system can be daunting.
Doing so when you’re ill, stressed by
a diagnosis, or disadvantaged due to
language or cultural barriers makes
it easy to become overwhelmed and
miss connecting with appropriate and
quality medical care.
One solution to this increasingly
common problem is to work with a
patient navigator (PN), who can guide
you through the web of doctor
appointments, lab tests, treatment
protocols and insurance eligibility. PNs
can also help with follow-up care, link
you to clinical trials and community
support groups, and anything else that
is likely to improve your outcome and
well-being.
CANCER CARE
Receiving a cancer diagnosis is
devastating. Add to that the immediate
challenge of navigating the complexities
of treatment, and the advantages of
having a PN at your side are obvious.
PNs working in cancer care
assist patients, family members and
caregivers in gaining timely access to appropriate medical and emotional care
at every step, including:
• Understanding the diagnosis
• Coordinating appointments
• Explaining treatment options
• Connecting patients with counseling,
support groups, nutritional support,
physical therapy, and any other needed
services and care
Patient navigation for people with
cancer has been credited with improved
survival rates, increased use of
appropriate care and resources, better
adherence to cancer treatments, and
decreased medical costs.
Columbus Regional Health’s
Cancer Rehabilitation Program is
designed to help cancer survivors
function at the highest level possible.
To learn more about this program, visit our Cancer Center page or call
812-372-3035.
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