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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