About Patient Pathways
Serving adult patients of all ages and families facing serious and complex physical illness, injury, increasing age and frailty, and those approaching end-of-life.
Established in 2010, Patient Pathways is among Canada’s first independent patient advocacy and healthcare navigation businesses.
"My father was in a Vancouver hospital and I was not able to see him regularly as I live out of town. I was increasingly worried about his physical and mental state. Procedures and treatment continued that I knew he would not want... I hired Connie, who was able to quickly open up the communication channels. Because of her efforts, he was listened to and got better information. My father died several days later, peacefully with his family at his side… and I take comfort that, with Connie’s help, I was able to do my very best for him."
— Janet R.
About Connie Jorsvik
Connie Jorsvik, published author and founder of Patient Pathways, is an educator, public speaker, independent healthcare navigator and patient advocate.
Since 2011, she has supported hundreds of patients and their families in their journeys through serious and complex illness.
Connie offers in-person and virtual healthcare planning education to corporate and community groups, presenting deep insights and practical advice on a wide range of topics, such as how to plan in advance for healthcare emergencies, discuss end-of-life wishes with loved ones, and support aging parents with increasing needs.
Additionally, Connie offers premium one-on-one medical organization and care management services.
As an RN for 25 years in medical, surgical and high-acuity maternity care, and 15 years as a cardiac nurse, Connie has a solid foundation serving within the BC healthcare system. She is also the former National Advance Care Planning Coordinator for Dying with Dignity Canada.
Connie is the author of Advance Care Planning: Prepare for Serious Illness, and Navigating the BC Healthcare System.
Proud member of Death Doula Network International