Results of the Cancer Patient Navigation Evaluation confirm that the program has significantly benefited cancer patients and their families in dealing with the emotional turmoil, informational needs and logistical challenges associated with having cancer. CPN has resulted in more efficient use of physicians’ clinical time and more appropriate use of community health professionals. The program has contributed to overall improvements in the cancer care system itself by addressing problems related to integration, coordination and continuity of care. There is strong evidence to support the implementation of Patient Navigation in the remaining health districts.

The evaluation included information from a variety of sources: 16 focus groups, 57 one-on-one interviews, 162 patient surveys, and a review of 808 records in the patient navigation database. Several stakeholder groups participated in the evaluation including patients and families, Canadian Cancer Society staff/volunteers, physicians, other health professionals within the districts and at the cancer centers, Cancer Patient Navigators, and key Cancer Care Nova Scotia staff.

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