Trent Hills Family Health Team

Program continues in 2023/2024!

Registered Nurses specialized in oncology care and cancer survivorship meet with THFHT patients to provide support, post-treatment symptom management and navigation of follow-up appointments and repeat screening tests.

People who have experienced cancer sometimes feel isolated or nervous after they have finished treatments and seeing their oncologist and cancer centre. The Cancer Survivorship program focuses on support and system navigation to you if you have recently been diagnosed with cancer and after you have finished having regular oncology treatments and appointments.

You can connect with the program RN as often or as little as you would like, but will always have a number you can call if you need something. Our expert nurses can help you with resources, referrals, and support. Therapeutic conversations and counselling are offered as needed to patients and families experiencing cancer.

If you are a THFHT patient who has or previously had cancer please call 705-653-1801 or visit our booking page to find out how to book. You do not require a provider referral.

Program Highlights

Who: THFHT patients 18 years and older who have recently been diagnosed with cancer or were diagnosed with cancer in the past and are discharged from oncology care and are no longer receiving active treatment.

What: The Cancer Survivorship RN will provide in-depth follow-up care and system navigation to patients who have completed primary cancer treatment. The RN uses surveillance guidelines to ensure screening tests are ordered on time and will assist in the management of long-term or late side effects.

Where: The Cancer Survivorship RN will arrange to meet you in-person at the Campbellford Clinic at 119 Isabella Street, Campbellford, or will book you for a phone appointment depending on your preference and location.

How: If you are a THFHT patient who has or previously had cancer, please call 705-653-1801 or visit our booking page to find out how to book. As long as you are a THFHT patient you can book with this program. You do not require a provider referral.

What is a THFHT patient? A THFHT patient is any patient who is enrolled to the practices of Dr. James Read, Dr. Dan Sheps, Dr. Paul Williams, Dr. Kelly Parks, Dr. Emily Beyls, Dr. Elias Maraghi, NP Samantha Dalby, NP Laurie Deviney, NP Carole Robichaud, NP Stasia Bennett, NP Colleen Lewis.

Goal: To increase the number of cancer survivors through better screening, health promotion and follow-up treatment. To increase the quality of life for cancer survivors through care, community, support and management of long-term or late side effects. To provide support and system navigation to THFHT patients who have recently been diagnosed with cancer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be referred to this program by my provider (doctor or NP)?

No. THFHT patients 19 years of age and older who have a current or past cancer diagnosis can call the clinic themselves and ask to be booked with the Cancer Survivorship nurse. But your doctor or NP may also ask the program nurse to call you if you have recently been seen at hospital or they want to check if you need anything.

If my doctor is in Warkworth or Hastings, can I still book with the nurse in Campbellford?

Yes, as long as your doctor or NP is part of THFHT.

What is a THFHT patient? Which providers are "part of THFHT"?

A THFHT patient is any patient who is enrolled to the practices of Dr. Marwah Ali, Dr. James Read, Dr. Dan Sheps, Dr. Paul Williams, Dr. Kelly Parks, Dr. Emily Beyls, Dr. Elias Maraghi, NP Samantha Dalby, NP Laurie Deviney, NP Carole Robichaud, NP Stasia Bennett, NP Colleen Lewis.

If I prefer to see my doctor or nurse practitioner, can I still do that or do I have to see the Cancer Survivorship Program Nurse just because I have a cancer diagnosis?

You can still book appointments with your doctor or nurse practitioner provider. The Cancer Survivorship Program is another option for patients with a current or past cancer diagnosis to make sure you can access care that you need, when you need it, where you need it.

Can I call the Cancer Survivorship Program Nurse evenings and weekends?

No. THFHT Registered Nurses work Monday to Friday standard clinic hours. If you need to speak with someone when our clinics are closed you can view our page on getting care after hours or call Health Care Connect at 811 (formerly Telehealth) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you are part of the Northumberland Community Paramedicine Program (paramedics come to your home for scheduled visits) you can also contact them. If you have a medical emergency please call 911 or attend the closest hospital emergency department.

Can I use the Cancer Survivorship Program if I do not yet have a diagnosis of cancer?

No. Only patients with a current or past diagnosis of cancer can use this program. However, if you are want to speak to someone about cancer screening or if you have concerns about health problems that you think might be related to cancer, please call the clinic and booking staff will book you with the appropriate program or provider.

Are there other ways I can access a nurse at your clinics if I am a THFHT patient?

Yes. All THFHT clinics have nursing stations associated with all providers (doctors and NPs). Please call the clinic where your provider works if there is something that the nursing station can help you with.

I have run out of my medication and need a renewal. Should I call the Cancer Survivorship Program?

If you are a THFHT patient and need a renewal of a prescription you can ask your pharmacy to send a fax to your provider (doctor or NP) and they will renew your medication for you. However, if you have run out of medication such as pain medication or a prescription you take to treat cancer and you are concerned, program members can contact the Cancer Survivorship nurse.

I don't have a primary care provider / am not a THFHT patient / am on the waitlist to join THFHT. Can I still book with the THFHT Cancer Survivorship Program?

Unfortunately, no. However, you can visit the page on this website for people who are not a THFHT patient and read about how to access services elsewhere. You can also apply to become a THFHT patient. Please visit 'Not A THFHT Patient'.

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(A-NISH-IN-NAW-BEK) met with the Crown to facilitate the opening of these lands for settlement. Let us be reminded of the responsibility we all have in making sure that we respect these lands and waters that give us life and sustain our livelihoods.

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