Manta Cares Formed Partnership with AONN+
The San Francisco-based digital platform has integrated its AI tools with the oncology nurse navigator network.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Cancer
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Manta Cares has officially partnered with the Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators to provide members with specialized AI safety training. This collaboration aims to support oncology navigators in guiding patients through complex treatment journeys.
Why it matters
Patients are increasingly turning to general-purpose AI tools for health information, creating a need for professional oncology-specific alternatives. This partnership provides navigators with clinical-grade resources to better assist their patients.
The AONN+ represents a network of 9,000 members, while the Manta Cares platform was developed with input from over 100 medical professionals. The digital tool currently tracks symptoms, medications, and medical appointments.
The players
Manta Cares
A San Francisco-based company that provides a digital platform for cancer patients and care partners to manage their treatment.
Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators
An organization founded in 2009 that serves more than 9,000 professional members dedicated to supporting oncology patients.
The details
The collaboration integrates Hope AI, an oncology-specific AI companion, directly into the AONN+ member experience. AONN+ will incorporate these digital resources into its educational programming, while Manta Cares will host AONN+ clinical content on its platform.
Timeline
The Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators was founded in 2009.
Manta Cares announced the partnership on October 1, 2026.
Manta Cares will exhibit at the AONN+ annual conference in November 2026.
Health Landscape
This partnership follows the trend of integrating specialized AI tools into established clinical workflows. It reflects the broader effort to standardize digital safety for patients who currently rely on unregulated, general-purpose AI platforms.
Patients may gain access to more reliable, professionally-vetted AI guidance through their care navigators. This shift could lead to more organized management of complex symptom tracking and medication schedules during active treatment.
The takeaway
Patients should discuss the use of AI tools with their medical care team to ensure the information aligns with their specific treatment plan. Utilizing professional, specialized AI companions can help maintain accurate records of symptoms and medication adherence throughout the care process.
Further reading
For more information on the latest research and support tools in oncology, visit our Cancer section.
More information
To explore the digital resources available for patients, visit the Manta Cares patient platform.
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