Cancer Navigation Program

When you are facing the challenges of a cancer diagnosis, finding the right care and services you need may seem overwhelming. Your oncology navigators work with you, your family and your care team to help plan the best care for you, both in and out of the hospital.

Patient- and Family-Centered Cancer Care

Our cancer navigation program is centered around you and your needs.

The goal of our navigation team is to help you better understand your diagnosis and to decrease barriers you may face during treatment.

Connecting You to Support and Resources

We’ll help you understand what to expect during treatment.
We’ll provide you with support services that are tailored to your needs.
We'll connect you with available resources to support you, including your transportation or financial needs.

We provide direct access to other members of your care team, including:

Physicians
Nurses
Cancer researchers
Social workers
Spiritual support
Dietitians
Counselors
Complementary-medicine providers
Community foundations

Navigators serve as your personal advocates throughout your cancer journey. Read more about the different types of navigators.

UNC Cancer: Lifting Patients Up

At the N.C. Cancer Hospital, which is consistently ranked as one of the top cancer centers in the U.S. News & World Report’s best hospital guide, nurses are on the front line of patient care, helping patients navigate their sometimes complicated treatment plans and serving as a point of contact between patient families and care teams.