For any questions:
Last update : February 2018
She is the person you must contact first if you have questions and concerns between your medical appointments. The pivot nurse will refer you to other members of the health care team or external resources, if need be.
To learn more about pivot nurses
The Pivot Nurse | McGill University Health Centre
Ces anges qui tiennent la main des femmes atteintes de cancer | Radio-Canada (In French only)
The role of pivot nurses
Pivot nurses assess the resources and health needs of patients and the needs of their family, if relevant.
Getting ready
Our suggestions for preparing for your appointment with the pivot nurse.
Sample questions to ask your pivot nurse
Info-cancer nurses Brigitte Fournier and Louise Plaisance have prepared the following list of sample questions you may want to ask your pivot nurse. Both Brigitte and Louise worked for many years as pivot nurses in Quebec City.
To learn more
For more information about the role of pivot nurses or for help getting ready for your appointment, call the Info-Cancer Hotline (1-800-363-0063) to speak with a nurse or documentalist.
