Plus Pointers

Newly Launched! Advancing Patient-Centered Survivorship Care Toolkit!

Mandi Pratt-Chapman, MA, PhD, HON-OPN-CG
The new toolkit helps oncology navigators and other healthcare providers to improve patient-centered cancer survivorship care in their communities.

A Community-Focused Patient Navigation Program at the University of Arizona Shows Impact

Mandi Pratt-Chapman, MA, PhD, HON-OPN-CG
University of Arizona Cancer Center presents results of a patient navigation program for underserved patients with cancer.

How Do I Navigate Through COVID-19?

Mandi Pratt-Chapman, MA, PhD, HON-OPN-CG
Oncology navigators adapt to the changes brought about by the coronavirus outbreak, both for patient care and self-care.

Do Complementary and Alternative Therapies Work for Cancer Patients?

Mandi Pratt-Chapman, MA, PhD, HON-OPN-CG
Study shows the effect of integrative therapies for managing cancer related pain among patients.

New Guidelines for Management of Cardiac Disease in Patients with Cancer

Mandi Pratt-Chapman, MA, PhD, HON-OPN-CG
A multidisciplinary approach to cardiovascular care is essential to achieve optimal outcomes.

The Business Case for Oncology Patient Navigation

Mandi Pratt-Chapman, MA, PhD, HON-OPN-CG
Oncology patient navigation has resulted in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction, and has financial benefits for cancer programs in the fee-for-service and alternative payment model worlds, lending support for staffing of patient navigation programs.

What’s Love, Sex, and Gender Got to Do with It?

Mandi Pratt-Chapman, MA, PhD, HON-OPN-CG
Cancer Care Considerations for Sexual and Gender Minorities

Are You Involved in Comprehensive Cancer Control in Your State? You Should Be!

Mandi Pratt-Chapman, MA, PhD, HON-OPN-CG
As the number of cancer survivors continuously grows, implementation of a comprehensive cancer control program to improve their wellness is essential.

Does Navigation in Federally Funded Cancer Control Work?

Mandi Pratt-Chapman, MA, PhD, HON-OPN-CG
Data compare 2 screening programs that support oncology patient navigators who serve disparate populations in the United States.

Need Health Equity? Check Out the FREE GW Together, Equitable, Accessible, Meaningful (TEAM) Training

Mandi Pratt-Chapman, MA, PhD, HON-OPN-CG
The George Washington Cancer Center Online Academy provides free trainings for oncology patient navigators and other cancer professionals.