Genitourinary Oncology Navigator

Genitourinary Oncology Nurse Navigator

It is often difficult to understand the different treatment options when you are feeling overwhelmed with a new cancer diagnosis. Our genitourinary (GU) oncology nurse navigator, a registered nurse, is the primary resource for prostate and urinary cancer patients and the people who care for them. The GU oncology nurse navigator will help you and your family overcome hurdles that you may encounter during diagnosis and treatment by:

Helping you understand your specific diagnosis and treatment plans
Having educational materials available to you and your family
Answering questions through your journey
Scheduling appointments as needed
Ensuring that your case has a team-based approach to your care
Providing support for the physical, spiritual and emotional needs during and after your illness

Additional Resources

American Cancer Society www.cancer.org
Bladder Cancer Awareness www.bcan.org
Cancer Care www.cancercare.org
Kidney Cancer Association www.kidneycancer.org
MaleCare www.malecare.com
National Cancer Institute www.cancer.gov
Prostate Cancer Foundation www.prostatecancerfoundation.org
UsToo, survivorship www.ustoo.com

For more information please contact Jerilyn Becker at (434) 200-6267