Embark on a Journey to Survivorship
Northridge Hospital's Navigator Program connects newly diagnosed cancer patients with a Navigator who guides them through the "healthcare maze". A Navigator is essentially a concierge for cancer patients, meeting with them one-on-one to better acquaint them with our Oncology Unit, the Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Cancer Center, the Carole Pump Women’s Center and the Harold Pump Department of Radiation Oncology. The Program is designed for the Navigator to serve as a reliable ally to lean on for advice, support and direction.
This unique inpatient and outpatient program has numerous benefits:
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- Help schedule appointments and provide reminders
- Help explain test results and provide further reinforcement and education of physician recommendations
- Communicate patient concerns to the appropriate physicians and staff
- Allow a direct connection to Radiology Oncology, Medical Oncology, and our Integrative Medicine program (which includes alternative medicine referral options, yoga Look Good, Feel Better classes, and other life improvement resources)
- Provide information, support and reassurance while helping patients through a difficult journey
- Refer and connect patients with additional community support systems
For more information on our Navigator Program, please call (818) 885-5471. Your Navigator is a knowledgeable, sensitive and compassionate individual who empathizes with patient challenges with support, education and empowerment.
The Breast Cancer Patient Navigator program enhances the quality of cancer care and improves women’s health in the region. With the support of continuing grants from Avon Foundation for Women a team of clinical and lay caregivers ensure patients diagnosed with breast cancer find their way through the healthcare maze. In 2006, the Leavey Cancer Center implemented the Navigator Program through a grant from the Avon Foundation for Women and the Harold Pump Foundation.
The Navigator connects breast cancer patients with a Diagnosis to Recovery nurse to provide education on treatment options, how to manage symptoms, and ensure every available resource to make informed decisions is at their fingertips. It also provides patients with knowledgeable, sensitive and compassionate individuals who empathize with patient challenges.
Supporting Your Recovery
Northridge Hospital’s patient-focused therapies begin with diagnosis and continue through treatment and remission. For the convenience of our patients, the new Center combines clinical and support services in one location.
The Leavey Cancer Center is here to guide and support you through your recovery and beyond. In addition to your personal navigator we offer other resources to support our patients and their families:
- Weekly Cancer Center Orientation - Everything You Need to Know From Diagnosis to Recovery
- Breast Cancer Support Group
- Making Today Meaningful - A general cancer support group for men and women
- Look Good, Feel Better - I n association with the American Cancer Society
- Salon Intimate Image - A variety of products specifically for patients undergoing cancer treatment
- Pet Therapy - A dose of puppy love
- Music Therapy - A Board-certified music therapist
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Angies Spa - provides funding to hospitals to provide free spa services to cancer patients.
Visit "Supporting Your Recovery" for complete details.
