INLAND IMAGING INTRODUCES BREAST IMAGING PATIENT NAVIGATOR. NEW ROLE TO HELP ASSURE CONTINUITY AND TRANSPARENCY IN PATIENT CARE — September 2022
Inland Imaging recently announced the appointment of Julie Smith to the role of Breast Imaging Patient Care Navigator.
The role of the breast imaging patient navigator is designed to provide Inland Imaging’s patients with a personalized path for their breast health. The Navigator supplies information and helps educate the patient on the various breast imaging modalities and services provided.
According to Smith, “I work with patients, referring clinicians, radiologists, medical specialists, community resources, and staff to help meet the needs of each patient within their breast imaging care journey, from screening mammography through diagnosis.”
Smith has been involved in breast imaging for over thirty years. She has been with Inland Imaging for twenty-five years and has served for over twenty years as a team leader in mammography. According to Julie, “I have a passion for breast imaging work and truly enjoy the opportunity to assist and make connections with my patients.”