Effective patient advocacy and guidance must be built on valid and reliable research and data synthesis and analysis. As a patient advocate, I will assist you with a variety of patient needs, such that you and / or your loved one is presented with multiple options for deciding upon a customized treatment regiment.
Cancer is as unique as each person it afflicts. I will work with you and / or your loved one(s) to navigate a cancer diagnosis, collect and synthesize the information specific to your diagnosis, and identify possible options. Additionally, I clarify options for hospitals, doctors, potential clinical trials, diagnostic tests and procedures or treatment choices. The information I gather from peer-reviewed journal articles, coupled with my expertise in cancer molecular biology and biochemistry, allow me to raise appropriate questions and options, unique to your diagnosis.
As your patient advocate, I will guide you through medical case management by providing the following services:
- Diagnosis and treatment – review of recommendations and options
- Conduct research of diagnosis and/or treatment options
- Records review and discussion
- Prescriptions / Supplements / Medication Reviews
- Preparation for appointments
- Accompaniment to appointments
- Identify Pain Management and Palliative Care Consulting options
- Direct you to available healthcare proxies and advance directive assistance
- Caregiver support
As your patient advocate, I will assist you in:
- Helping you identify treatment costs at different hospitals
- Helping you choose the right health insurance plan or payer for you
As your patient advocate, I will research and identify customized options for the following home health and eldercare services:
- In-home nursing care
- Home therapy and rehabilitation
- Daily living assistance
- Assisted living and nursing home
- Pain Management
- Hospice
- End-of-life planning including advance directives
As your patient advocate, I will research and identify the following end-of-life planning services:
- In-home nursing care
- Home therapy and rehabilitation
- Daily living assistance
- Assisted living and nursing home recommendations
- Hospice and palliative care services
I subscribe to the Health Advocate’s Code of Conduct.
Please contact me with questions or requests for quotes.