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Oncology Support

Melissa Mitchell, RN

Pancreatic Cancer Clinical Nurse Navigator - Melissa Mitchell, RN

The advocate to guide our patients through their personal journey with pancreatic cancer is our Nurse Navigator. She works with our entire diagnostic, clinical, and support team to direct patients through the steps from diagnosis to treatment. She listens with compassion and responds to patient concerns, guiding each patient to the various resources available in our oncology support alliance.

For more information about our cancer support services, or, to request an appointment, please call Mel (Melissa Mitchell, RN) at 423-778-4864.

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Pancreatic Cancer Resources

Listed below are some of the resources offered at Erlanger Baroness, and other locations in our Erlanger system.

Palliative Care

Works with patients and family members on symptoms, issues or concerns to help find solutions to improve quality of life.

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Social Work

Get help with financial or social concerns, find resources close to home for patients and family members with other practical needs.

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Psychosocial Support

Offers patients and family members options including psychologist or psychiatrist referrals to support groups.

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Nutrition Services

Expert assistance in planning a healthy diet during and after your cancer treatment, based on up-to-date nutrition research.

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