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Oncology Breast Navigation

We know that a diagnosis of breast cancer can be devastating and difficult for any woman and her family. We are here to support you by providing guidelines and knowledge as you navigate through your breast cancer treatment.

The Program

The Oncology Breast Navigation program was developed to assist patients with the many challenges that come with a cancer diagnosis. The program provides its newly diagnosed breast cancer patients with the latest in treatment options and recommendations through its multidisciplinary breast cancer team.

This team of specialists is made up of radiologists, pathologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgeons, and Oncology Breast Navigation nurses. The breast cancer team meets weekly to evaluate and discuss its patients. They review mammograms, breast MRI's, and pathology reports in order to make recommendations for further treatments.

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The Oncology Breast Navigators

It is often difficult to understand the specific care and treatment options at a time when you may be feeling overwhelmed. Our Oncology Breast Navigators, both registered nurses, are a primary resource for breast cancer patients and the people who care for them.

The Oncology Breast Navigators will help you and your family overcome hurdles you may encounter during diagnosis and treatment by:

  • Helping you understand the nature of your specific diagnosis and treatment plans.
  • Making educational materials available to you and/or your caregivers.
  • Answering questions throughout the treatment journey.
  • Ensuring that your case has a multidisciplinary, team-based approach to your care.
  • Providing encouragement and support for the physical, spiritual, and psychological needs during and after your illness.
  • Assisting in locating additional community information and resources.

Support Programs

THE WITNESS PROJECT®

This is a health program for all women and targets the underserved. Lay health advisors and breast cancer survivors train with the Oncology Breast Navigation nurses to bring culturally competent programs to women in community settings.
Contact: 434.200.5127

REACH TO RECOVERY®

This program provides information and support to any woman facing breast cancer through one-on-one contact with American Cancer Society Volunteers. These volunteers are women who have survived breast cancer and who have continued to live dynamic lives.
Contact: 1.800.ACS.2345

ON EAGLES' WINGS

A breast cancer support group which meets the 1st Thursday of each month at 6pm at the Timberlake Mammography Center (20293 Timberlake Rd).
Contact: 434.200.5127

BREAST FRIENDS

This is a mentoring group for young women who have recently been diagnosed with breast cancer, currently going through treatment, or discovering the "new normal" after treatment. This group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7pm at Alan B. Pearson Regional Cancer Center (1701 Thomson Dr).
Contact: Jenny 434.665.3359 or Tamara 434.401.2505

For help with questions, concerns or more information, please call:
CENTRA
Oncology Breast Navigators
434.200.5127 or 434.200.5528

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