Cancer Genetics and Epigenetics, 2025, Vol.13, No.6, 254-264 http://medscipublisher.com/index.php/cge 260 Resource investment also includes infrastructure construction, such as dedicated meeting rooms, remote medical consultation functions, and digital information management platforms, etc. As cancer treatment becomes increasingly complex, relevant institutions need to provide the necessary tools and funds to support the development of MDT. Such investment can not only improve the working efficiency and therapeutic effect of MDT, but also enhance the job satisfaction of medical staff, reduce talent loss, thereby bringing more long-term benefits to both patients and medical staff (Luu, 2021; Law et al., 2024). 6 Challenges and Improvement Strategies for MDT Promotion 6.1 Implementation obstacles and practical difficulties The role of multidisciplinary teams (MDTS) in cancer treatment has been widely recognized, but when it comes to actual promotion, there are still many problems that prevent it from playing a good role. Common problems include: doctors' schedules are fully booked, they are under great work pressure, and it is very troublesome to gather the time of multiple experts. In addition, poor communication among team members, unstable attendance, and prolonged meetings leading to fatigue among everyone will all affect the final treatment decisions and the care outcomes for patients. Resource issues such as insufficient manpower and inadequate administrative or technical support often prevent the advancement of MDT (Soukup et al., 2019; Law et al., 2024). There are still some troubles in the actual promotion. For instance, the patients' condition information is not fully conveyed or is not conveyed in a timely manner, which will make the effect of case discussions worse. The popularization of MDT is still restricted by many factors, such as insufficient funds, lack of dedicated meeting venues, and inadequate support from institutions like hospitals. These systemic issues, coupled with the barriers between different specialties and the unfamiliarity of everyone with this cooperative model, have all brought difficulties to truly achieving comprehensive and long-term multidisciplinary nursing (Scott, 2021; Morabito et al., 2024). 6.2 Evaluation system and quality control Establishing a sound evaluation method is the key to maintaining and improving the quality of MDT work. Nowadays, there are many assessment methods, such as filling out observation records, conducting self-assessment questionnaires, and using structured check forms, etc., to track from aspects such as team cooperation, information sharing, and the quality of decision-making (Soukup et al., 2018; Evans et al., 2019). These tools can help identify the strengths and weaknesses of the team, guide everyone to make targeted improvements, and continuously enhance the quality of work. For instance, using discussion lists to assist communication has been proven to enable everyone to reach consensus more quickly and also improve the quality of information discussion in meetings (Brown et al., 2021). Quality control also involves regularly inspecting daily work, allowing colleagues to evaluate each other, and comparing the results with existing standards to identify gaps. However, there are still some problems at present. There is no unified and clear evaluation standard, and it is also difficult to fully reflect various complex situations in MDT work. Maturity models and performance indicators provide a practical and usable tool for teams to conduct self-examination and long-term continuous observation. However, these methods still need further adjustment and validation to ensure their suitability for application in different medical institutions and environments (Evans et al., 2019; Liu et al., 2021). 6.3 Future development trends The development of new technologies and changes in care methods will have a significant impact on the application of MDT in cancer treatment. Artificial intelligence, clinical decision support systems (CDSS), and newer information technologies can help better manage and utilize patient data, improve work processes, and assist in formulating more accurate and individualized treatment plans. Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, online MDT meetings have become increasingly common. This form is more flexible and enables more people to participate. It may also become a routine method frequently adopted in cancer treatment in the future (Winters et al., 2021).
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