The Case for Multidisciplinary Review During Remote Second Opinions
Often referred to as “tumor boards,” multidisciplinary cancer treatment planning conferences can help patients gather input from a diverse panel of experts to holistically inform their care. Specialists range from all areas of cancer treatment, such as surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, pathology, radiology, and genetics, among others. Review of complex or unusual cases in a tumor board is routine in most cancer centers and considered a marker of high-quality care.
