Provide coordinated, evidence-based treatment decisions By bringing together oncologists, surgeons, pathologists, radiologists, nurses, and allied health professionals, MDTs ensure that patient management plans are comprehensive and aligned with the latest clinical evidence. Improve patient outcomes and survival MDT discussions enhance adherence to national guidelines and facilitate optimal treatment strategies, which have been shown to improve survival, decrease recurrence rates, and elevate the quality of care. Streamline diagnosis-to-treatment timelines Formal MDT review accelerates the path from diagnosis to initiation of treatment, reducing waiting times and delays in care. Promote patient-centered and shared decision-making MDTs provide a forum to consider patient preferences, psychosocial needs, and quality of life issues—supporting tailored treatment plans and engaging patients in decisions. Enhance interdisciplinary communication and collaboration Routine MDT meetings enhance communication between specialties, reducing fragmented care and improving coordination. Reduce clinical errors and variability Reviewing cases collectively mitigates misinterpretations or misdiagnoses, while standardizing care across providers minimizes unintended variation. Ensure access to clinical trials and novel therapies MDTs help identify suitable candidates for research studies and emerging targeted treatments through collective expertise. Provide holistic, multidisciplinary patient support Integration of supportive care professionals (e.g., nutritionists, psycho-oncologists, palliative care specialists) ensures a holistic treatment approach. Optimize use of resources and reduce inefficiencies By streamlining workflows and prioritizing complex cases, MDTs ensure effective use of time, diagnostics, and personnel. Standardize treatment via governance frameworks MDTs function within structured frameworks—using guidelines and quality indicators—to maintain consistent, high-quality care across institutions. Enable quality assurance and audit processes Regular MDT meetings facilitate data collection, performance benchmarking, auditing, and quality improvement initiatives.