The program works in conjunction with general surgeons in Central Alberta to facilitate management of patients with suspected or biopsy proven breast cancer, and also with a primary care physician specifically appointed for benign breast condition management. The goal of the program is to help breast patients access services in a timely manner to minimize delays in receiving care. Services include:

• care coordination by nurse navigators specialized in breast health and breast cancer
• coordination of diagnostic tests and other appointments, such as mammograms, ultrasounds, and biopsies
• provision of navigation services including education, advocacy, resource access, and support to assist with decisions about treatment options
• support from clinical social workers for cancer patients
• assessment and management by a breast expert physician for patients with benign conditions or radiologic findings not requiring access to multidisciplinary oncologic care or complex diagnostic evaluation.

Patients remain in the program until no further diagnostics or surgical treatments are required. Patients are discharged if it is determined they do not need to be monitored further, or, if applicable, once transfer of care to a cancer centre is confirmed.