cancer screening navigation in Alberta guided by evidence, tailored to you, all in one place
Cancer Screening, NAVIGATED
Cancer Screening,
NAVIGATED
cancer screening navigation in Alberta
guided by evidence, tailored to you, all in one place
What we provide:
✓ Evidence-based screening guidance
✓ Discussion of cancer screening options
✓ Coordination of tests
✓ Screening education
✓ Clear follow-up guidance
Cancers we screen for:
✓ Breast cancer
✓ Colorectal cancer
✓ Lung cancer
✓ Prostate cancer
✓ Cervical cancer (coming in 2026)
Who is this for?
✓ People without a family doctor
✓ People seeking clear, evidence-based cancer screening guidance
✓ People unsure which screening tests apply to them
✓ People wanting help coordinating screening tests and reviewing results
What to expect when booking:
① Book and Prepare
Complete a short intake form and book online
② Attend Screening Visit
Meet with a clinician to review risks and create a personalized screening plan
③ Complete Testing
Attend recommended blood work and imaging
④ Review & Discuss Next Steps
Discuss results & arrange any follow-up tests or referrals
Who is this for?
✓ People without a family doctor
✓ People seeking clear, evidence-based cancer screening guidance
✓ People unsure which screening tests apply to them
✓ People wanting help coordinating screening tests and reviewing results
Our Process
What to expect:
① Book & Prepare
Book your consultation using the form below and a member of BridgePoint will contact you to help arrange an in-person consultation with one of our medical specialists to discuss your cancer screening eligibility and options
② Attend Your Consultation
Meet one-on-one with a member of our medical team to help determine your cancer screening eligibility and, where clinically appropriate, create a personalized screening plan tailored to your risk profile. There will be a fee during your visit
③ Complete Your Testing
Our team will provide the medical requisitions for any recommended blood work or diagnostic scans for you to complete at a laboratory or imaging center of your choice
④ Review & Discuss Your Next Steps
Once your results are available, you will meet with a member of our medical team to discuss the findings and arrange any necessary follow-up tests or referrals as required
SCREENING
At BridgePoint Cancer Screening our foundation is built on established clinical guidelines. We believe effective screening starts with education, ensuring you fully understand your options and how they apply to your unique health profile.
Our Approach to Screening
Evidence-Based Care: We prioritize standard screening tests that are publicly funded in Alberta. These recommendations are rooted in guidelines based on age, risk factors, and proven clinical benefits.
Individualized Discussion: We recognize that some patients may wish to explore screening options or emerging technologies that fall outside of current standard guidelines. Such screening is not publicly funded (not covered by Alberta Health) and the costs of screening if ordered are to be paid by you. We are open to discussing these non-evidence-based or supplemental tests, provided we can have a transparent conversation regarding their benefits, risks, and clinical limitations.
Shared Decision-Making: Our goal is to empower you with education. Whether a test is publicly funded or a privately-funded imaging study (not covered by Alberta Health), we ensure you have the information needed to make an informed choice for your health.
Standard Screening Tests*
✓ Mammogram
✓ FIT (Fecal Immunochemical Test)
✓ PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen)
✓ Low-Dose CT Lung Screening
Additional Imaging (on a case by case basis)
✓ CT Colonography
✓ Prostate MRI
✓ Private Low-Dose CT (if not qualified for public option)*
✓ Full-Body Imaging (“Full-Body Scans”)†
*Public funding and access are determined by provincial screening program criteria, including the Alberta Lung Cancer Screening Program where applicable.
†Full-body imaging studies are anticipated to launch in late 2026 and are not part of routine evidence-based cancer screening programs. These scans have important limitations, including false-positive results, incidental findings, potential anxiety related to unexpected findings, radiation exposure (for CT-based studies), and the possibility of additional downstream testing. A detailed discussion of the risks, benefits, and limitations is required prior to proceeding.
ABOUT US
Dr Jonathan Cena, MD, PhD, FRCPC
Founder and Executive Medical Director
View Jonathan’s public CPSA profile
Dr Jonathan Cena is a General Internal Medicine subspecialist and the Founder & CEO of BridgePoint Medical, where he focuses on streamlining transitions in care and improving access to evidence-based cancer screening. In addition to his leadership at BridgePoint, Dr Cena serves as the Co-Lead for the Division of General Internal Medicine at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. He is also a Clinical Preceptor and award-winning educator with the University of Alberta, consistently recognized for excellence in resident and undergraduate medical education.
Dr Cena’s multidisciplinary approach is shaped by a background in medicine, advanced research, and management consulting at Accenture. He earned his medical degree from the University of Calgary and completed his subspecialty fellowship at the University of Alberta, where he also holds a PhD in Pharmacology with a focus on vascular biology. By integrating his clinical expertise with his experience in strategic planning and operations, Dr. Cena is dedicated to developing innovative outpatient services that help individuals navigate their healthcare journey.
Charles Leung, MN, NP
Founder and Chief Financial Officer
View Charles’ public CRNA profile
Charles Leung is an Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner and the Founder & CFO of BridgePoint Cancer Screening. He started his work in healthcare as an Intensive Care Nurse for ten years at the Royal Alexandra Hospital before returning to the University of Alberta in 2016 to receive his Masters of Nursing. He has been a Nurse Practitioner with the Internal Medicine program ever since.
Charles founded Bridgepoint Cancer Screening with Dr Jonathan Cena because of his experience in practice helping patients with cancer in acute care. With a mutual desire to help guide individuals through the cancer screening process, Bridgepoint Cancer Screening serves to educate and navigate.
STATISTICS
*adapted from https://cancerstats.ca/
Frequently Asked Questions
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It is a comprehensive clinical consultation with a member of our medical team. This includes a detailed review of your history, a personalized risk assessment and, if clinically appropriate, a screening plan tailored to your needs
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Screening means looking for cancer early, before symptoms like pain or lumps appear.
The goal of early screening is to detect cancer earlier, which can result in a wider range of successful treatment options and a lower risk of mortality.
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No. No screening test is 100% accurate. A "False Negative" can occur, meaning the test could come back normal even if cancer is present.
While a normal result is reassuring, it is not a definitive guarantee.
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Yes. A common downside is a "False Positive," where an abnormal result causes anxiety and leads to additional, sometimes invasive tests.
Another risk is “Overdiagnosis,” where screening finds slow-growing cancers that may not have progressed to cause health problems during your lifetime, potentially leading to unnecessary interventions.
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Generally, BridgePoint does not recommend screening tests for patients under the age of 40, unless you have a strong family history or genetic condition that predisposes you to cancers.
Screening is typically reserved for older adults or individuals with specific high-risk factors. If you believe you fall into this category, please book with us to discuss possible cancer screening options. -
In specific circumstances, we may discuss advanced diagnostic or screening options not currently covered by Alberta Health. As these are not part of routine provincial screening programs, a thorough discussion of the potential benefits, risks, limitations, and costs is required.
For many privately funded tests, current medical evidence is limited and does not clearly demonstrate a reduction in cancer-related mortality comparable to established, publicly funded screening programs.
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Cancer screening navigation is a specialized service not currently covered by Alberta Health. Patients may be eligible for reimbursement for this consultation through private insurance or a Health Spending Account (HSA).
Additionally, in some cases, privately funded imaging may also be eligible for reimbursement depending on your specific insurance plan.
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We recommend that patients with a dedicated family physician address cancer screening within their existing primary care relationship.
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Our medical team consists of Physicians and Nurse Practitioners who are fully licensed and in good standing with their respective regulatory bodies (the CPSA and the CRNA).
Every member of our clinical team has the authorized scope of practice to assess risk, order screening, and provide evidence-based clinical guidance.
BOOK YOUR CONSULTATION
Phone: +1.780.540.5244 | Fax: +1.780.230.0870
11010-101 Street | Suite 204
Edmonton, Alberta | T5H 4B9
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