Meet the NHCI Staff at Gwinnett Cancer Support Center

At Northside Hospital Cancer Institute, we don’t just treat the cancer—we treat the individual. That’s why patient care is a major component of your treatment at Northside Hospital Gwinnett. As part of your cancer treatment, we offer you the services of a patient resource navigator. Whether you need help post-treatment, want tips for pain management or just need a shoulder to cry on, our navigators are here for you.

Breast Health Nurse Navigator

Breast health nurse navigator is responsible for guiding patients with breast cancer through the system to ensure they get the care they need. The goal of this position is to guide patients through: 

• Mammogram, Ultrasound or Biopsy Results
• Health Care System Navigation
• Coordination of Care
• Treatment Options
• Financial Support
• Local Resources and Support
• Emotional Support
• Transportation and Appointment Tracking

To learn more or to schedule an appointment with Amy, call 678-312-3100 or 678-312-4010 or email at amy.trammell@northside.com.

Oncology Nurse Navigator

Nancy McCormick, RN, BSN

Terri Talman, BSN, RN

Our oncology nurse navigators are responsible for guiding patients with lung cancer, esophageal cancer, mesothelioma, Gastrointestinal and other cancers of the chest through the health care system to ensure they get the care they need. The goal of this position is to guide patients through: 

• Health Care System Navigation
• Health Care Services for Diagnosis and Treatment
• Local Resources and Support
• Transportation and Appointment Tracking
• Answering Questions
• Health Care Information

To learn more or to schedule an appointment with Nancy, call 678-312-3189 or email nancy.mccormick@northside.com or Terri, call 678-312-3326 or email terri.talman@northside.com.

Cancer Genetics Counselor

 

Tim Hakim, MS, CGC

Our cancer genectics counselor is responsible for leading the Cancer Genetics and Risk Assessment Program at Northside Gwinnett. The goal of this position is to provide cancer risk assessment and testing for hereditary cancer syndromes through a comprehensive genetic risk assessment, including:

• Genetic Counseling
• Detailed Personal and Family History Consultation
• Physical Examination
• Cancer Risk Assessment
• Risk Reduction Planning
• Cancer Risk and Prevention Education

To learn more or schedule an appointment with Tim, call 678-312-3100 or email tim.hankim@northside.com

Oncology Dietitian

Angela Ampofo, RDN, LD

Our oncology dietitian is responsible for providing nutrition education to cancer patients during treatment, survivorship and palliative care. The goal of this position is to optimize nutrition intake during treatment and improve quality of life through:

• Individual Nutritional Risk Consultations
• Nutrition Education and Counseling
• Monthly Group Nutrition Classes
• Cancer Prevention and Health Workshops
• Individualized Medical Nutrition Therapy
• Evidence-Based Dietary Recommendations

To learn more or schedule an appointment with Angela, call 678-312-3100 or email angela.ampofotwumasi@northside.com.

Oncology Support and Wellness Specialists

Lori Crosmer Oncology Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW

Oncology support and wellness specialists are licensed social workers responsible for providing support services to reduce stress for cancer patients and their loved ones. The goal of this position is to assist with:

• Communication About Diagnosis
• Adjustment to Diagnosis
• Financial Concerns
• Providing Community Resources

To learn more or schedule an appointment with Cheryl or Lori, call 678-312-3100 or email cheryl.kirby@northside.com or lori.crosmer@northside.com

Community Health Advocates

Carmen Gonzalez

Part of my role as Community Health Advocate is process the Breast Care Fund temporary financial assistance for Mammography, US, MRI and Biopsy for patients that meet the criteria.

To learn more call Carmen Gonzalez at 678-312-3410 or email carmen.gonzalez1@northside.com

Mildred Pierre, BAScc

Provide comprehensive outreach and education focused on cancer-related healthcare issues.

To learn more call Mildred Pierre at 678-312-3184 or email mildred.pierre@northside.com

Amy McEachin, RN, MSN, OCN

Amy is the Oncology Services Operation Manager at Northside Hospital Gwinnett. She manages the day to day operations at the Gwinnett Cancer Support Center. The Cancer Support Center houses the Oncology Nurse Navigators, Oncology Social Workers, Oncology Dieticians, Oncology Health Advocates, Genetics, Outpatient Palliative Care, and Wig Consultations. She also manages the Northside Gwinnett Infusion Center which is located just off the Lawrenceville campus at 575 Professional Drive.

 To learn more call Amy at 678-312-3058 or email amy.mceachin@northside.com