About UNC Dare cancer network

  The UNC Cancer Network in Dare County is a partnership of the University Cancer Research Fund, the county of Dare and the UNC Cancer Network.

  Residents of Dare County live, work and play along the beautiful Outer Banks seashore. Yet, when someone is diagnosed with cancer, the remote location can sometimes prevent access to specialized cancer care. The goal of the Dare County Outreach Program is to connect patients and families with the resources of the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, the N.C. Cancer Hospital and other services within the region – wherever the patients choose to receive care.

  The UNC outreach nurse navigator helps patients, their families and their care givers with both medical and nonmedical concerns. The navigator’s goal is to address barriers to care, helping patients and their loved ones with the challenges they face after receiving a diagnosis of cancer. The UNC Nurse Navigator clinic is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. To refer a patient or make an appointment, call 252-449-8265.

  The UNC cancer Network is now providing telemedicine consultation in psycho-oncology and clinical genetics. For more information or to schedule a consult, call the above-mentioned number.

  The second opinion consult clinic provides the opportunity for patients to receive second opinions at a location close to home. The clinic is held the first and third Friday of each month. For a schedule of specialists see www.unclineberger.org/darecounty or  call 449-8265 to refer a patient or make an appointment.

  The UNC Cancer Network provides access to other community resources including:

* Bi-monthly community lunch and learn presentations 

* Links to local cancer support resources for financial assistance, transportation and local lodging options

*  Speakers for community groups to address cancer prevention, survivorship and living with cancer

* Provides  cancer education and screenings in collaboration with the Dare County Public Health Department

* Hands of Hope Community Care Team (volunteer program)

  For more information, contact Ireme B. Sellers, RN, administrative director, 449-8265. (From UNC Cancer Network)