Your oncology nurse navigator is your advocate, reinforcing and supporting the physician/patient relationship. Oncology nurse navigators help newly diagnosed cancer patients, current cancer patients and family members. Your oncology nurse navigator will: Facilitate communication between all members of the healthcare team Provide education on disease processes, treatment options and clinical trial availability Help patients make informed decisions about their care Coordinate office visits across medical disciplines to streamline cancer care delivery Serve as a reliable and trusted source with answers to any questions Organize multidisciplinary team conferences to promote collaboration in cancer treatment Provide a personal touch to cancer care by visiting patients at appointments, assessing patients’ needs and relaying relevant information to providers Advocate for patients’ needs and link them with cancer support resources