Cancer Patient Navigators of Georgia
Cancer Patient Navigators of Georgia (CPNG) is a membership organization established in 2009 co-sponsored by Georgia CORE and the Georgia Society of Clinical Oncology.
Georgia is one of the first states in the country to form a statewide multi-disciplinary organization for those who help patients navigate their cancer journey. CPNG is comprised of individuals who have a variety of education and training and serve people with all types of cancer, at all stages, and in all types of settings. The organization became a Local Navigator Network (LNN) of The Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators in 2019 and is the first in Georgia to become an LNN.
Mission
CPNG is to connect and educate cancer patient navigators in Georgia. Navigators play a clearly defined, consistent and sustainable role for all Georgians throughout the cancer continuum to include prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, survivorship and end of life care.
CPNG’s objectives are to:
- build a shared sense of purpose in the field;
- foster collaboration and share best practices;
- identify the needs of cancer patient navigators and match them with resources;
- bring clarity and structure to the role of cancer patient navigators in Georgia -- defining their value in affecting overall outcomes and educating target audiences about their significance; and
- attract and sustain membership.
CPNG also works to define standardized core competencies for navigators. Members strive for excellence through statewide communications, professional development opportunities and networking.
Guiding Principles:
Competency
CPNG seeks to participate in defining the field of patient navigation with appropriate core competencies for navigators.
Collaboration
CPNG strives for excellence through a conscious effort to connect and share best practices through statewide communications and networking.
Compassion
CPNG shares a sympathetic consciousness of others' distress together with a desire to alleviate it.
Patient-Centered
CPNG believes that all aspects of people's needs should be taken into account and seen as a whole.
What is a Patient Navigator?
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) defines a patient navigator as a person who helps guide a patient through the healthcare system. This includes help going through the screening, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of a medical condition, such as cancer. A patient navigator helps patients communicate with their healthcare providers so they get the information they need to make decisions about their health care. Patient navigators may also help patients set up appointments for doctor visits, medical tests and assist with basic needs. They may also work with insurance companies, employers, case managers, lawyers, and others who may have an effect on a patient’s healthcare needs.
Join
We welcome all individuals who work, volunteer, or are in training as students supporting oncology patients, families, caregivers, and the cancer community to become members. Membership is free—sign up today!
Get Involved
We host an annual conference, quarterly webinars and networking events throughout the year. We are always looking for speakers and hosts for our events!
Contact Us
Email us at CPNG@GeorgiaCancerInfo.org
Last Updated: 2/05/2026 2:42:35 PM