Description:

Introducing the Role of Patient Navigator and Virtual Education Tools for Patients Undergoing Radiation Therapy Treatment (13:00 - 13:25)
Julia Campbell, Radiation Therapist - BC Cancer
Payton Deibert, Radiation Therapist - BC Cancer
Jordan Tamming, Radiation Therapist - BC Cancer

A patient’s cancer journey is undeniably overwhelming and complicated. A new diagnosis presents an immense amount of information pertaining to their upcoming treatment options and plan. This can create a feeling of uncertainty and intimidation. By educating and connecting with patients throughout their journey, it can offer a sense of security and support during a difficult transition. 

Objectives.

• Demonstrate the need for a patient navigator within the radiation therapy cancer journey
• Discuss the implementation of virtual education tools in the radiotherapy setting

This session will be 25 minutes (20 minute presentation with 5 minutes of Q&A)

Surveying the Landscape: First Nations, Métis and Inuit Cancer Resources in Radiation Therapy (13:25 - 15:50)
Tracey Lundstrom, Radiation Therapist - Tom Baker Cancer Centre
Kari Osmar, Clinical Faculty - University of Alberta

Objectives:

• Discuss rationale for exploring First Nations, Metis and Inuit Cancer Resources in Radiation Therapy in the Province of Alberta
• Share the early impact of the survey.
• Discuss the survey results.
• Consider next steps in knowledge dissemination that might impact awareness of resources for radiation therapists and our First Nations, Metis and Inuit Cancer population in Alberta.

This session will be 25 minutes (20 minute presentation with 5 minutes of Q&A)