Role of the Navigator

Navigating Sexuality in Patients with Cancer

January 31, 2020 | Video Library
Role of the Navigator, Sexuality and Cancer

Sage Bolte emphasizes how important the oncology navigator is in normalizing open and honest discussions about sexuality with their patients, and suggests ways for navigators to start the conversation and show that they care about their patients' sexual health.

Navigators vs Social Workers in Providing Psychosocial Support

Steve Pitman, JD

October 17, 2019 | Video Library
Psychosocial Support Services/Assessment, Role of the Navigator

Steve Pittman sees overlap in the roles of the oncology navigator and the social worker in providing psychosocial support. He believes one of the most important jobs for either oncology team member is to simply listen to the patient.

The Navigator's Role in Increasing Clinical Trial Enrollment

Michael E. Roth, MD

September 30, 2019 | Video Library
Clinical Trials, Role of the Navigator

Dr Michael Roth identifies how oncology nurse and patient navigators can significantly increase AYA clinical trial enrollment.

Delivering the Best Care to Patients

Katherine Sharpe, MTS

March 5, 2019 | Video Library
Patient Navigators, Role of the Navigator, Starting a Navigation Program, Tools & Resources

Katherine Sharpe, SVP ACS, discusses how the navigation program should work to find the best resources for patients.

Clarity in Defining Roles in a Navigation Program

Katherine Sharpe, MTS

March 5, 2019 | Video Library
Patient Navigators, Role of the Navigator, Starting a Navigation Program, Tools & Resources

Determining the goals and the tasks of individuals within the navigation team is essential in creating a successful program, explains Katherine Sharpe, SVP, ACS.