Cancer Care Coordinator Program >>
A diagnosis of cancer can be overwhelming. You may have questions that need answers, treatments to consider, tests to schedule, and concerns about family members. That’s why The Medical Center has introduced the Cancer Care Coordinator Program.
The Cancer Care Coordinator serves as your personal guide, helping you to navigate your cancer care journey with less stress. From diagnosis through follow-up care, she is there to help you and your family.
Who is the Cancer Care Coordinator?
The Cancer Care Coordinator is a registered nurse specializing in oncology. She is available as a dedicated part of your cancer team, which may also include your primary care physician, surgeon, medical oncologists, radiologist, nurses, and others.
What does the Cancer Care Coordinator do?
She balances clinical expertise with compassionate care and serves as an important link between you and your cancer care team. The Cancer Care Coordinator is available to support you at any time during your care, whether you are receiving part or all of your treatment at The Medical Center. She:
- Helps you to make informed decisions, answering your questions about treatment options and providing additional education and resources for you and your family.
- Assists with the coordination and scheduling of your tests and appointments to ensure that you receive timely access to care.
- Communicates with your doctors and other medical staff to be sure that you receive all necessary services in a coordinated manner.
- Connects you to appropriate programs and support services, such as nutrition, physical therapy, social services, financial assistance, transportation, and other resources available at The Medical Center and in the community.
- Listens closely to the concerns of you and your family and provides emotional support at a time when you need it most.
A registered nurse with additional certification in hospice and palliative care, Cancer Care Coordinator Maryanne Mercier, RN, CHPN, has over 26 years of combined oncology, palliative, and hospice nursing experience. She has worked in a variety of settings in hospitals and health care agencies in Boston and Nashua. For the past 12 years, she has also served as a pain management consultant, educating staff, volunteers, and consumers on pain management.
You can reach our Cancer Care Coordinator:
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Phone: 603-577-3089
10 Prospect St., Suite 202
Nashua, NH 03060
Southern New Hampshire Medical Center is committed to providing the highest level of cancer care in a supportive environment. Please do not hesitate to call our Cancer Care Coordinator with any questions or concerns that you or your family may have.
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