Increasing complexity in the care of cancer patients requires multidisciplinary teamwork to deliver optimal care. Cancer affects an increasing proportion of the population, and limitations to funding make it important that cancer care teams function efficiently. To meet these challenges, the training and education of oncologists needs to be updated.

Here, Henry Shibata, MD, a member of the Editorial Advisory Board of Oncology Exchange, presents suggestions to improve the preparation and continuing education of oncologic specialists in Canada for their role within multidisciplinary teams. He calls for the Canadian Oncology Societies to take the lead in coordinating review of specialty certification and ongoing education.