The Indigenous Patient Navigator is available for guidance and support when patients and families are unfamiliar with medical systems, do not speak English, and/or have travelled a long distance for treatment. Indigenous Navigator services include:
- Translation and interpretation services in Cree, Oji-Cree and Ojibway
- Support before, during or after medical appointments
- Linking patients and families to helpful community resources
- Providing information and education in a culturally sensitive way
- Liaising or advocating for patients and their families with their health care team
Please phone an Indigenous Patient Navigator directly:
Susan Anderson - Renal - (807) 684-6166
Lorraine McKay - Renal - (807) 684-6695
Jeannie Simon - Regional Cancer Care - (807) 684-4324
Mona Neekan - Emergency Department - (807) 620-5288
Angela Kakekayash – Centre for Complex Diabetes Care – (807) 684-6944
