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Monday, March 19, 2012

abstract: Coordination of Breast Cancer Care Between Radiation Oncologists and Surgeons: A Survey Study



Coordination of Breast Cancer Care Between Radiation Oncologists and Surgeons: A Survey Study:

Purpose: 

To assess whether radiation oncologists and surgeons differ in their attitudes regarding the local management of breast cancer, and to examine coordination of care between these specialists.

Conclusions:

Despite the widespread availability of tumor boards, a substantial minority of radiation oncologists indicated other providers failed to include them in the breast cancer treatment decision-making process early enough. Earlier inclusion of radiation oncologists may influence patient decisions, and interventions to facilitate this should be considered.