Cancer Care Team

Psychiatrist

An oncology psychiatrist focuses on the psychosocial care of patients undergoing diagnosis and treatment for cancer.

Dr. Jon Hunter

Clerical staff

The clerical team is essential in keeping the clinic organized, from preparing for a patient’s first visit to booking any follow-up appointments you need.
    
They also work closely with our volunteers to help make sure the clinic day runs smoothly and that you receive special care and attention while at the clinic.

Dietitians

Dietitians specialize in helping patients manage their symptoms with diet. Learn more about our clinical nutrition team.

Genetic counsellors

Some types of genes greatly increase the risk of developing cancer. If you have significant family history of cancer, our genetic counsellor can help you find out if you have one of these genes.

If you are at higher risk for cancer because of genetics, we help you explore options to reduce your risk of developing cancer, as well as passing on the gene.

Indigenous patient navigator

If you are First Nations, Inuit or Métis and you have cancer, or are being screened for cancer, the Indigenous patient navigator can help answer your questions about what to expect during upcoming appointments and tests and introduce you to your health care providers.

The Indigenous patient navigator can also help you find more information about cancer and treatment, connect you with spiritual support and community resources and assist with applications for financial and transportation services.

Learners

Mount Sinai Hospital is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto. You may see medical students, residents or other medical trainees as part of your care.

Medication reimbursement specialists

Your treatment plan may include supportive care and/or cancer medication that is not funded by the government or only partially covered by your private drug plan. A medication reimbursement specialist (MRS) can help you navigate the complex drug-support system that includes government and private insurance payers and drug companies.

For example, a medication reimbursement specialist (MRS) can help you access patient-support programs that can offer financial assistance, compassionate (free) drugs or bridging drug supply while you wait for public or private coverage.

The MRS also assists patients that do not have any drug coverage by providing information on the Trillium Drug Program and help with the application form.

Oncology nurses

Oncology nurses have specialized training in providing cancer care. Your oncology nurse administers your chemotherapy and other medication, records your health history and helps you manage any side-effects you may experience from cancer treatment.

Oncology social workers    

Oncology social workers are trained to support patients and their families through their cancer experiences. They help navigate practical supports such as finances and transportation, make referrals to community resources and offer emotional support and counselling.

Pharmacists

Pharmacists help patients understand and manage their medications. Learn more about our pharmacy team.

Volunteers

Volunteers help with a range of tasks in the clinic, including providing snacks during a patient’s treatment visit, helping patients report their symptoms on the Your Symptoms Matter tablets and replenishing our education materials.