Patient Navigators
When seeking healthcare in the area, patients are not alone. We are pleased to have certified patient navigators to help patients and families through the complex world of cancer screening, diagnosis, treatment, and follow up care to make your experience as seamless as possible.
Our patient navigators provide:
- Educational and emotional support through face to face contact with the patient and family before and after diagnosis.
- Rapid scheduling and coordination of consultations with Surgery, Medical Oncology, and Radiation Oncology.
- Helpful information to patients about their specific cancer and treatment options.
- Assistance in reviewing the advice of the patient’s doctor.
- Assistance in linking patients to support services offered through the American Cancer Society and other agencies, financial assistance programs, home health agencies, hospice and support groups.
- Access to oncology literature.
Community Care Physicians has patient navigators who specialize in oncology, breast cancer and lung cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment.
Community Care Physicians’ Oncology Nurse Navigator – Elizabeth (Liz) Stockwell, BSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG
Lung Cancer Nurse Navigator – Lindsay Hall, BSN, RN
Breast Patient Navigators – Danielle Harmon, CNBA and Michaela (Mickey) Gagliardi, CN-BA
For lung and breast cancer specifically, our lung cancer and breast cancer patient navigators assist patients through the process of screening and diagnosis. They serve as a single point of contact for patients until treatment begins, at which point Community Care Physicians’ Nurse Navigator will support our patients through the process.
Meet Elizabeth “Liz” Stockwell, BSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG
Elizabeth Stockwell, BSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG, brings over 15 years of experience in the medical field, beginning her career as a medic in the Army National Guard. While completing her nursing education, she worked as a patient care technician in the emergency department, gaining early exposure to acute care. After graduating, she discovered her passion for oncology while working on an oncology/hospice unit and has remained dedicated to the field ever since.
She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from SUNY Polytechnic Institute and an associate degree from the Memorial School of Nursing. Liz is certified in oncology nursing (OCN) and is an Oncology Nurse Navigator–Certified Generalist (ONN-CG). She is an active member of the Oncology Nursing Society and the Academy of Oncology Nurse Navigators, staying current with evidence-based practices and emerging trends in cancer care.
In her current role at Community Care Physicians, Liz serves as an oncology nurse navigator, providing guidance and coordination for patients newly diagnosed with cancer or undergoing evaluation for a possible diagnosis. She facilitates diagnostic testing and specialty referrals, educates patients throughout the process, and ensures timely communication with referring providers. Her approach combines clinical expertise with compassion, helping patients navigate complex care pathways with clarity and support.
Liz is also playing a key role in developing Community Care’s nurse navigation program, with a focus on improving care coordination and streamlining the diagnostic process. She has mentored nurses new to oncology, sharing her knowledge and helping them build confidence as they transition into the specialty.
Outside of her clinical role, Liz remains active in her local church and community. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, exploring the outdoors, traveling, and discovering new local restaurants and shopping. She plans to pursue a Master’s in Health Administration to further expand her impact in healthcare leadership and systems-based care. Throughout her career, Liz has remained deeply committed to patient advocacy and delivering thoughtful, personalized care.