Download MEET YOUR CARE TEAM

MEET YOUR CARE TEAM
ONCOLOGIST
PRIMARY CARE
PHYSICIAN
PATIENT NAVIGATOR
ONCOLOGY NURSE
ONCOLOGY
SOCIAL WORKER
PULMONOLOGIST
RADIOLOGIST
DIETITIAN
ONCOLOGY
PHARMACIST
PSYCHIATRIST
SURGICAL
ONCOLOGIST
PATHOLOGIST
© 2014 Bristol-Myers Squibb Company. All rights reserved.
ONCUS14UB00834-03-01 06/14
EDUCATE THE ONES YOU LOVE
NavigateLungCancer.com
Meet Your Care Team
ONCOLOGIST
PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN
“I’m a doctor who focuses on the treatment of
cancer. I head up your cancer team and
develop your treatment plan with input from
other team members. Additionally, I help
research treatment options.”
“I’m your medical doctor and I’m likely one of
the first people you’ll see before being referred
to a specialist. It’s common for me to order the
first round of tests and I work with your team
of oncology specialists in the management of
your overall health.”
ONCOLOGY NURSE
PATIENT NAVIGATOR
“I started my career as a registered nurse and
then became certified in oncology. My job is
diverse, so I may be helping you in a number of
ways—things like coordinating your care both at
the clinic and your home or giving you infusions.”
“I specialize in organizing your care team. I’ll
be with you every step of the way, helping to
guide you through the process. My services
span from coordinating your appointments to
offering emotional support.”
PULMONOLOGIST
ONCOLOGY SOCIAL WORKER
“I’m a doctor who performs tests and biopsies
that can help with diagnosis as well as lung
cancer staging. I can also help treat respiratory
issues that are associated with lung cancer.”
“If you’re having a difficult time with your
finances or completing other necessary
paperwork, I can help. This way, you can focus
on what is important to you, instead of
stressing about funding.”
DIETITIAN
RADIOLOGIST
“I help you eat as healthy as possible. I answer
questions you may have about nutrition as well
as help you create meal plans to address your
distinct needs. I also provide medical nutrition
therapy in some cases.”
“I specialize in reading imaging tests. By
examining the results of those tests, I can
monitor your response to treatment as well as
the progression of your cancer.”
PSYCHIATRIST
ONCOLOGY PHARMACIST
“I help patients cope with all the emotions of
cancer. I focus on the treatment of mental and
emotional issues that may develop. I can provide
counseling and prescribe medication if necessary.”
“I work with your oncologist and other
members of your care team to coordinate and
educate you about your medications. I also
make sure the medication is given at the
correct time and dosage.”
PATHOLOGIST
SURGICAL ONCOLOGIST
“I’m a doctor who analyzes your biopsied tumor
tissue to determine the specific type of cancer
you have as well as what stage it is.”
“I’m a surgeon who focuses on the surgical
management of cancer. I take biopsies and
surgically remove tumors, or parts of tumors
and affected tissues.”
© 2014 Bristol-Myers Squibb Company. All rights reserved.
ONCUS14UB00834-03-01 06/14