Multidisciplinary Tumor Boards: An Opportunity for Radiologists to Demonstrate Value

Acad Radiol. 2017 Jan;24(1):107-110. doi: 10.1016/j.acra.2016.09.006. Epub 2016 Oct 25.

Abstract

In response to healthcare reform, a necessary evolution of radiology has shifted from generating volume to demonstrating value. Multidisciplinary tumor boards provide a critical opportunity for radiologists to demonstrate their value to their clinical colleagues, their patients, administrations, and society.

Keywords: Multidisciplinary care; breast imaging; radiologist; value.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Breast Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging*
  • Communication
  • Early Detection of Cancer
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Interprofessional Relations*
  • Mammography / standards
  • Patient Care Team / standards*
  • Patient Education as Topic
  • Patient Safety
  • Professional Autonomy
  • Quality of Health Care
  • Radiologists / education
  • Radiologists / organization & administration
  • Radiologists / standards*
  • Radiology / education
  • Radiology / standards*