Patient Education Cancer of the Pancreas: A Care Guide | Page 4

Diagnosis
Mount Carmel
Cancer Care Team
Oncology Nurse Navigator –
The nurse navigator is a registered
nurse who specializes in the care of
cancer patients and helps guide you
through your cancer care, answering
your questions and addressing your
concerns.
You will be meeting many healthcare
professionals throughout your care.
You may see some or all of these
team members. It may be helpful to
keep a list of names and numbers as
well as any questions you have for
them.
Radiation Oncologist – This doctor
specializes in using radiation therapy
to treat cancer.
Surgeon – The surgeon operates on
There are note pages at the back of
this book.
parts of the body that need removing
or repairing.
Case Manager/Social Worker –
Symptom Management
Specialist – This specialist, who is
The social worker or nurse case
manager helps arrange for any needed
community or home care services
and/or financial concerns.
also called a palliative care doctor,
manages symptoms that may be
problems such as pain, diarrhea, or
itching while you are in the hospital.
A plan is also made to help manage
these symptoms at home.
Dietitian – The dietitian assists with
nutrition concerns and helps you
manage side effects that affect eating
and nutrition.
Genetic Counselor – The genetic
counselor offers assessments,
education, testing, and support for
people with a history of cancer in
their family.
Gastroenterologist – This is a
doctor who specializes in diagnosing
and treating conditions in the
digestive system. This doctor may
perform your EUS or ERCP procedure
(see pages 6–7).
Oncologist – This doctor is a
specialist in diagnosing and treating
cancer using chemotherapy and other
types of therapies.
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