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

Our Community nurse works with you, your family, and other health professionals and caregivers to provide coordinated health care that addresses your physical, emotional, and social needs. Our goal is to help Hanover residents live safely and as independently as possible at home and in their community. There is no fee for these services, which include: Coordinating your care with your primary physician/agencies/resources; Providing health education, resource information and referrals; Serving as your advocate for your medical needs; Making home visits to assess your current health care needs; Assisting in scheduling medical appointments and helping ensure you can attend and effectively participate in visits with health care providers; Assisting in helping you obtain medical equipment; Assisting with questions about insurance, advance directives and long-term care planning.

Cancer Care at Exeter Hospital provides cancer patients and their families with comprehensive in-patient and outpatient services. Accredited by the American College of Surgeon's Commission on Cancer with commendation, The Center for Cancer Care at Exeter Hospital is the most comprehensive cancer center on the Seacoast. Wellness and nutrition programs offered. Free Tai Chi classes for cancer patients and survivors