Breast Health Patient Navigation Program

When you need help with breast cancer care

We are here for you...
The most important role of the Breast Health Patient Navigation Program is to assure that every person receives a timely diagnosis and treatment. Our goal is to assist with the coordination of care and services and help guide you through the health care system.

The Breast Health Patient Navigation Program can:

1. Direct you to health care services for further diagnosis and treatment
2. Provide help with insurance questions
3. Assist with coordination of care and help guide you through the health care system
4. Offer information and referrals regarding insurance options if you don't have insurance
5. Provide information about local transportation resources
6. Supply referrals and information regarding local resources, supports and services.
7. Help you get answers to your questions

Breast Health Patient Navigation Team
To find out more about our Breast Health Patient Navigation Program, contact one of our team members:

Mary Ellen Fiorille, RN, CBEC, CBPN-C (585) 396-6061
Clinical Breast Examination Certification, Level III Nurse
Free clinical breast exams and education

Susan Bonanni, BS (585) 396-6780
Social Worker/Coordinator Sands Cancer Center
Support, advocacy, linkage to community agencies, financial assistance

Mary E. Gotham, RN, BSN (585) 396-6111
Clinical Onocology Staff Nurse
In-patient care at F.F. Thompson Hospital

Kelly Hennessy, RN
Janet Wing, RN
Preadmission Department - (585) 396-6575
Evaluation and education prior to out-patient surgery

Rose Caparulo, RN (585) 396-6701
Diagnostic Imaging Resource Nurse
Care and education during and after diagnostic breast procedures

Angela Kiklowicz, OT, CLT, LMT  (585) 396-6856
Lymphedema Treatment
Pre/post-operative education, evaluation and treatment for associated swelling