Patient Navigation & Education
Patient Navigation & Education
Harrison’s patient navigator services
We know the challenges that come with cancer, and we know you need solutions. At times you might find it difficult to know what to do or how to get help. With Harrison, you don’t have to face this alone. We’re here to make it easier for you.
Our compassionate patient navigators guide you through the cancer journey. They offer support and solutions for you, your family, and your caregivers. We help you at all times—whether just diagnosed, in treatment, or a long-term survivor. They are your healthcare advocates as you work your way through many cancer-related services. You’ll find our patient navigators to be exceptional problem solvers, coordinators, and teachers.
Similar to all that Harrison offers, our patient navigators tailor services to meet your needs. Here's what our patient navigators can do for you and your family:
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At top right, Jessica Wagner-Smith, MS, ACSM, Patient Navigator, Exercise Physiology specialty,
American College of Sports Medicine certified
Cancer care education
Harrison offers free cancer information sessions for you and your family. Our patient navigators created this program to help you take charge of your health. We welcome caregivers and other community members as well. Session teachers include:
- Doctors
- Nurses
- Specialists
- Cancer experts and researchers
- Patient navigators
Many people use these helpful sessions as opportunities to network with other cancer survivors. We also teach about a different cancer almost every month. Topics vary and include:
- Prevention
- Managing fatigue
- Living with cancer
- Cooking and nutrition
- Treatments
- Helping children cope
- Cancer detection
- Coping with the holidays