What is a Tumor Board?

A Tumor Board is a meeting where cancer specialists review a patient’s diagnosis, test results, imaging, and treatment options together to guide care planning.

Do patients attend Tumor Board meetings?

No. Patients do not attend Tumor Board meetings. Instead, their physician presents the case and then discusses the team’s recommendations directly with the patient.

When is a case reviewed by the Tumor Board?

A case may be reviewed when a cancer diagnosis is new, treatment decisions are complex, multiple specialties are involved, or additional expert input may help guide care.

Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference in Anderson & Upstate, SC

AnMed Doctors & Providers meet, review & share cancer care and treatment At AnMed, we believe cancer care is stronger when experts work together. The AnMed Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference brings cancer specialists from different areas of care together to review complex cases and create thoughtful, evidence-based treatment plans. This team approach helps ensure each patient receives personalized care guided by shared expertise.

What Is a Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference?

A Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference is a scheduled meeting where doctors and clinical specialists review a patient’s cancer diagnosis together. During the meeting, the team carefully reviews:

Test and diagnostic results
Imaging, such as CT scans or MRIs
Pathology findings
The stage of the cancer
Treatment options based on national guidelines

By reviewing all of this information as a team, the care group can make informed decisions and create a clear treatment plan.

A Team Approach to Cancer Care

Cancer care often involves more than one specialist. The AnMed Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference includes professionals from across cancer care, including:

Medical Oncology
Radiation Oncology
Surgical Specialties
Radiology
Pathology
Nurse Navigation
Support Services

By working together, the team develops one coordinated plan focused on each patient’s unique needs and goals.

Why a Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference Review Matters

A Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference review supports high-quality cancer care by helping to:

Confirm the diagnosis and cancer stage
Ensure treatment plans follow best-practice guidelines
Improve communication between specialists
Coordinate care across services
Reduce delays in treatment planning

This collaborative approach helps patients and families feel informed, supported, and confident about the next steps.

AnMed Providers, Doctors & Surgeons Share Cancer Care Findings

What Patients Can Expect

Patients do not attend a Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference meetings. Instead, their doctor presents the case to the team. After the review, the care team meets with the patient to explain the recommendations and discuss the treatment plan. The focus is always on clear communication and compassionate care.

When Is a Case Reviewed by the Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference?

A case may be reviewed when:

A cancer diagnosis is new
Treatment decisions are complex
Care involves more than one specialty
Additional expert input may help guide care

The patient’s physician decides when a Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference review is appropriate.

For Referring Providers

Providers who wish to submit a case for the Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference review should include:

Relevant clinical documentation
Imaging studies
Pathology reports
Any specific questions for the team

Coordinated Cancer Care Close to Home

At AnMed, we are committed to providing coordinated, patient-centered cancer care close to home. The Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference is one of the ways we bring our experts together to support each patient with thoughtful planning and compassionate care.