<p>A cardio-oncology multidisciplinary team is essential for the successful delivery of patient-centred care. The roles of oncologists, haematologists, and cardiologists have been clearly articulated in literature pertaining to the creation of cardio-oncology clinics. However, the involvement of other key team members, such as pharmacists, nurses and nurse practitioners, social workers, psychologists and other allied health professionals has been less well-defined. In this review we aim to define the role of pharmacists and nurses as part of a multidisciplinary cardio-oncology team. We also discuss models of care and opportunities to expand the delivery of cardio-oncology services to further enhance outcomes for individuals with cancer, and highlight the challenges experienced by those living in regional, rural, and remote communities.</p>

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The cardio-oncology multidisciplinary team: beyond the basics

  • Joshua D. Bennetts,
  • Trent D. Williams,
  • Craig J. Beavers,
  • Heather N. Moore,
  • Cameron Robson,
  • Thomas Warner,
  • Susan Dent,
  • Aaron L. Sverdlov,
  • Doan T.M. Ngo

摘要

A cardio-oncology multidisciplinary team is essential for the successful delivery of patient-centred care. The roles of oncologists, haematologists, and cardiologists have been clearly articulated in literature pertaining to the creation of cardio-oncology clinics. However, the involvement of other key team members, such as pharmacists, nurses and nurse practitioners, social workers, psychologists and other allied health professionals has been less well-defined. In this review we aim to define the role of pharmacists and nurses as part of a multidisciplinary cardio-oncology team. We also discuss models of care and opportunities to expand the delivery of cardio-oncology services to further enhance outcomes for individuals with cancer, and highlight the challenges experienced by those living in regional, rural, and remote communities.