Implementing effective and sustainable multidisciplinary clinical thoracic oncology programs

Raymond U Osarogiagbon, Richard K Freeman, Mark J Krasna
2015 Translational Lung Cancer Research  
Three models of care are described, including two models of multidisciplinary care for thoracic malignancies. The pros and cons of each model are discussed, the evidence supporting each is reviewed, and the need for more (and better) research into care delivery models is highlighted. Key stakeholders in thoracic oncology care delivery outcomes are identified, and the need to consider stakeholder perspectives in designing, validating and implementing multidisciplinary programs as a vehicle for
more » ... ality improvement in thoracic oncology is emphasized. The importance of reconciling stakeholder perspectives, and identify meaningful stakeholder-relevant benchmarks is also emphasized. Metrics for measuring program implementation and overall success are proposed.
doi:10.3978/j.issn.2218-6751.2015.07.05 pmid:26380186 pmcid:PMC4549478 fatcat:sjqr2rhnnfejzcdazs3i3jhxfi