Inaugural Patient Navigator Summit

Thursday, June 4, 2026

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

NTCC's Lacombe Campus

65556 Centerpoint Blvd.

Lacombe, LA 70445

Is this the right Patient Care Pathway for you?  Potential students and NTCC alumni are invited to attend the summit at no charge from 12:30 to 3:00 PM for:

• Informative Panel Discussion about the Patent Navigator Program
• Perspectives from Employers who hire Navigators
• On-site program application and student advising
• Campus tour
• Free refreshments

Patient Navigators support individuals as they move through the healthcare system by helping reduce barriers to care and improving access to services. They assist patients with scheduling appointments, understanding care plans, navigating insurance and financial resources, and connecting to community and social support services.

Working closely with healthcare providers and community organizations, Patient Navigators help ensure continuity of care and promote better health outcomes—especially for individuals who may face challenges accessing healthcare services. This role requires strong communication skills, cultural awareness, and a working knowledge of healthcare systems to help patients make informed decisions about their care.

The Inaugural Patient Navigator Summit will be held at NTCC's Lacombe Campus on June 4, 2026, from 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM. Attendees will gain a better understanding of the role of the Patient Navigator, how Patient Navigators improve outcomes for patients, and how Patient Navigators are credentialed. Health Care Providers from throughout the greater Northshore region are invited to register for this summit to get a first look at how Patient Navigation can transform the patient experience in our community.

The Patient Navigator Summit is presented by Northshore Healthscape: A Collaborative Enhancing the Pulse of our Regional Healthcare Economy. More information about can be found on the Northshore Healthscape website.  

Support is also provided by Baptist Community Ministries and the LA Blue Foundation.

The Patient Navigator Program is presented with support from the LA Blue Foundation, whose mission is to promote the wellness and wellbeing of Louisianians by supporting health- or education-related causes.