Partners in your cancer journey: Here for you every step of the way

A cancer diagnosis changes everything in an instant, shaking the very foundation of life.

That’s why we provide unwavering support from the moment of diagnosis through treatment, remission, and beyond. Our dedicated Nurse Navigators and Patient Resource Navigators are more than just staff—they are your advocates, guides and lifelines through every step of your path to remission.

Available whenever you need them, these professionals help you navigate the complexities of cancer care so you can focus on healing. Every single detail of your treatment plan is designed with your needs in mind. At the Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, you are never alone—we will walk this path with you, ensuring that hope, healing and expert care are always within reach.

How can a nurse navigator help you?

Cancer care should feel seamless, personalized, and centered entirely around you and your needs. Nurse navigators coordinate treatments, assist in scheduling appointments, connect your loved ones to support services and ensure you have access to the most advanced care available. Their role is to lift the logistical burdens from your shoulders, offering clarity and comfort in moments of uncertainty.

Your Nurse Navigator can:

• Provide education to assist you in understanding your diagnosis and treatment options
• Act as a patient advocate on your behalf
• Provide access to clinical trials
• Provide access to the Steward Center for Palliative Care
• Decrease barriers to treatment
• Connect you with financial counselors 
• Help you coordinate your physician appointments and assist with physician referrals
• Coordinate delivery of test results, lab work and X-rays
• Introduce you to survivorship programs

Meet our nurse navigator team: Your dedicated guides in cancer care

Our Nurse Navigator team brings unmatched expertise and precision to support patients through their treatment plan.. These highly skilled professionals are leaders in their fields, specializing in coordinating care and ensuring you have access to the latest advancements in oncology. Whether you need help understanding your treatment options, scheduling appointments or connecting with vital resources, our team is here to provide seamless, world-class support.

Here’s how our navigators can assist you, organized by their areas of expertise:

Breast Oncology

• Michelle Beasley, MSN, RN
  Breast Oncology Patient Navigator/NAPBC Coordinator
  Contact: 912-819-7053
• Karen Iacino, MSN, RNBC
  Oncology Nurse Navigator (Breast Cancer Survivorship)
  Contact: 912-819-7106
• Rachel Sallach, RN, OCN
  Oncology Nurse Navigator (Breast)
  Contact: 912-819-5809
• Jennie McCreary, RN, OCN
  Diagnostic Breast Navigator
  Contact: 912-819-6397

Thoracic Oncology (Lung and Esophageal Cancer)

• Laurie Luteran, BSN, RN, OCN
  Oncology Nurse Navigator
  Contact: 912-819-5817
• Kaitlyn Youmans, MSN, RN
  Rapid Access Lung Cancer Treatment Program and Lung Screening Navigator
  Contact: 912-819-5169 or 912-657-7083

Head, Neck, Skin, and Genitourinary Oncology

• Theresa Wilkins, BSN, RN, OCN
  Oncology Nurse Navigator
  Contact: 912-819-5796

Gastrointestinal and CNS Oncology

• Dawn Williams, RN, OCN
  Oncology Nurse Navigator
  Contact: 912-819-6115

GYN, Hematology, and Sarcoma Oncology

• Jennifer Stuart, RN, CPON
  Oncology Nurse Navigator
  Contact: 912-819-7655

Regional and South Carolina Navigation

• Ashley Gravley, BSN, RN
  Regional Oncology Patient Navigator
  Contact: 912-810-8801
• Dana Eisenberg, RN, BBA, CCMC
  Oncology Nurse Navigator (South Carolina)
  Contact: 912-856-5688

Navigation Support and Operations

• Ja'Maica Brown
  LCRP Navigation Operations Assistant
  Contact: 912-819-8126

Patient resource navigators assist with local services

A Patient Resource Navigator is a licensed social worker who provides comprehensive support throughout your cancer journey. They assist with financial programs and information related to your diagnosis, connect you to community agencies and services, and offer emotional support to your family and caregivers.

The navigation program at the Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion promotes:

• Education and assistance in navigating diagnostic tests and treatment regimens
• Psychosocial support and counseling
• Financial assistance and resources
• Support for treatment-compliance issues, including transportation, finances, and psychosocial challenges

Here’s how our oncology supportive care team is structured:

Program Coordination and Management

• Sarah Copeland, MSW
  Oncology Supportive Care Program Coordinator
  Contact: 912-819-5167
• Chris Maxwell, LCSW, CCM, CFCS
  Manager, Oncology Care Services
  Contact: 912-819-5788

Social Workers

• Kirk Shuler, MSW, MHS
  Social Worker
  Contact: 912-819-8784
• Shante Butler, LMSW
  Social Worker
• Farris Smith, LMSW
  Social Worker
  Contact: 843-836-7122 (Bluffton) or 843-342-8321 (Hilton Head)

Our team is here to provide the resources, education, and guidance you need to navigate your care with confidence and focus on healing.

Financial navigators available to patients

As part of our comprehensive cancer care to patients, the LCRP has full-time financial navigators available to assist patients with their financial needs. Call 912-819-7536 for financial navigation assistance.