A friend’s referral led Mary Ann to Brain Tumor Network, where a nurse navigator helped her reach expert care and stayed with her through hard decisions.
Mary Ann’s diagnosis brought fear and a flood of questions. She was in unfamiliar territory and unsure where to begin.
A friend told her about Brain Tumor Network, and she decided to reach out. That one phone call, Mary Ann says, shifted everything.
She was paired with a nurse navigator who helped her connect with specialized care for her condition. Her navigator opened doors Mary Ann could not have opened on her own, guiding her toward the expertise her diagnosis required.
That support did not end once she found the right care. Her navigator continues to check in as Mary Ann works through challenging decisions about her treatment.
We never forget the people who were there for us in our hour of need. My navigator made all the difference. She opened doors that I could not have opened on my own, and the support I continue to receive is endless.
Mary Ann is grateful to the Sontag family and to Brain Tumor Network for standing with her. As she moves forward, her navigator remains a steady presence at her side.
