Creating a Global Community of Practice for Oncofertility

Area of Science:

• Reproductive Medicine
• Oncology
• Bioethics

Background:

• Fertility preservation is crucial for young cancer patients.
• Oncofertility requires a multidisciplinary approach involving various experts.
• The Oncofertility Consortium (OC) was established to support this field.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review global oncofertility programs.
• To highlight capacity-building activities in oncofertility.
• To discuss improvements in patient care through enhanced research and clinical programs.

Main Methods:

• Review of global oncofertility initiatives and partnerships.
• Analysis of capacity-building strategies within the Oncofertility Consortium.
• Examination of translated and disseminated oncofertility materials.

Main Results:

• The Oncofertility Consortium has expanded globally, involving diverse partners.
• Local oncofertility programs have emerged worldwide, accelerating research and practice.
• Collaborative efforts have strengthened research and clinical programs.

Conclusions:

• Global collaboration is key to advancing oncofertility.
• Capacity building strengthens oncofertility research and clinical programs.
• These efforts ultimately enhance patient care for individuals at risk of fertility loss.