At KD Cancer Centre, every cancer case without exception is reviewed by our Multidisciplinary Tumour Board (MDT) before treatment begins. This means that your treatment plan is not decided by a single doctor alone. It is discussed and agreed upon by a team of specialists, each an expert in their respective field, working together to achieve the best possible outcome for you.
A multidisciplinary tumour board (MDT), also called a tumour board or cancer conference, is a regular, structured meeting in which specialists from different medical fields review your complete cancer case together. They study your biopsy reports, imaging scans (CT, MRI, PET-CT), blood tests, pathology findings, and your overall health before recommending a personalised treatment plan.
Our tumour board brings together specialists across every discipline needed for comprehensive cancer care:
| Surgical oncologist | Plans and performs cancer surgery |
| Medical oncologist | Oversees chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy |
| Radiation oncologist | Plans and delivers radiation therapy |
| Radiologist | Interprets CT, MRI, PET-CT and ultrasound scans |
| Pathologist | Analyses biopsy and tissue samples under the microscope |
| Nuclear medicine specialist | Reviews nuclear imaging and functional scans |
| Onco-anaesthetist | Assesses surgical fitness and anaesthesia planning |
| Oncology nurse specialist | Coordinates care and supports patients throughout treatment |
| Nutritionist / Dietitian | Addresses nutritional needs during treatment |
| Psycho-oncologist / Counsellor | Supports mental well-being of patient and family |
| Rehab specialist | Supports in rehabilitation process |
Our tumour board brings together specialists across every discipline needed for comprehensive cancer care
At KD Cancer Centre, the following cases are presented at our tumour board
Here is what happens when your case is reviewed
Your treating doctor refers your case, along with all reports, scans, and biopsy results.
Your case is presented to the full team, your history, symptoms, diagnostic findings, and staging are reviewed.
Each specialist shares their assessment. Options are weighed: surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, or a combination.
The team reaches an agreed plan, the most effective treatment approach for your specific case, aligned with current international guidelines (NCCN, ESMO, ASCO).
Your treating oncologist discusses the MDT recommendation with you and your family in detail, answers your questions, and together you finalise the plan.
No. The tumour board is a professional medical discussion that takes place before your consultation. Your treating doctor will then share the recommended plan with you during your appointment.
Yes, absolutely. Your oncologist will explain the tumour board recommendation to you and your family clearly, in language you understand. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss any concerns.
An MDT review is itself a form of multi-specialist input. However, if you wish to seek an external second opinion, we fully support and facilitate this. Please speak with your treating doctor.
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