Author:
Mäurer Matthias,Staudacher Jonas,Meyer Robert,Mäurer Irina,Lazaridis Lazaros,Müther Michael,Huber Tobias,Sommer Nils P.,Fleischmann Daniel F.,Käsmann Lukas,Ziegler Sonia,Kropf-Sanchen Cornelia,Wikert Julia,Pietzner Klaus,Holzgreve Adrien,Nestler Tim,Siech Carolin,Sturm Max-Johann,Sulzer Sabrina,Heinrich Kathrin,Stahler Arndt,
Abstract
Abstract
Purpose
Modern, personalized treatment concepts in oncology require an interdisciplinary and multiprofessional collaboration. In addition to its relevance in patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration is also becoming increasingly important in clinical research as well as medical education and resident training in oncology.
Methods
Between November 2021 and March 2022, an online survey was conducted among German early career research groups, represented by Young Oncologists United (YOU). The aim was to identify the status and need for interdisciplinarity at clinic, educational, and research levels.
Results
A total of 294 participants completed the questionnaire in full. 90.7% of the respondents fully or predominantly agreed with the statement that interdisciplinary work plays a major role in their daily clinical work. 78.9% wished for more interdisciplinary collaboration. Of the 49.7% of participants who have never participated in an interdisciplinary research project, 80.1% said they would like to participate in such a study project in the future. Lack of time resources, too much organizational effort, and possible political conflicts between institutions were identified as factors that make practical implementation difficult. 74.1% declared their willingness to become active in an oncology early career research group.
Conclusion
Interdisciplinary collaboration has become increasingly important in oncology. Networks that span different disciplines could help to promote interdisciplinary research projects among young scientists and improve exchange in professional practice and education with the implication of improved patient care.
Funder
Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft
Else Kröner-Fresenius-Stiftung
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Subject
Cancer Research,Oncology,General Medicine
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