A multidisciplinary approach is essential for the optimization of patient care in oncology, especially in the current landscape, in which standard-of-care approaches to cancer treatment are evolving towards highly targeted treatments, precise image guidance and personalized cancer therapy. Herein, the authors discuss current career development pathways for oncologists, suggesting strategies to improve clinical training and research, with specific emphasis on the involvement of trainees in multidisciplinary teams.
- Alison C. Tree
- Victoria Harding
- Ricky A. Sharma