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Integration of Nuclear Medicine in Multidisciplinary Committees: Involvement, perception, and areas for improvement.
J R Garcia1, V Vallejos2, A Niñerola3
1Grupo de trabajo de Gestión y Calidad, Sociedad Española de Medicina Nuclear e Imagen Molecular, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Spain; CETIR ASCIRES, Barcelona, Spain.
Objective:
To analyze the participation of Nuclear Medicine specialists in multidisciplinary committees (MCs) in Spain, assessing their level of involvement, perception of performance, main challenges, and areas for improvement.
Method:
A descriptive, cross-sectional observational study was conducted using a structured survey designed by the Management and Quality Working Group (GTGyC) of the Spanish Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SEMNIM). The questionnaire included closed and open-ended questions about professional profile, participation in MCs, their organization, available resources, perceived barriers, and satisfaction level. The survey was distributed through SEMNIM's institutional platform and via email to all members and registered services. Responses were collected between January and September 2025.
Results:
A total of 86 responses were analyzed: 81 specialists (94.2%) and 5 residents (5.8%). Most worked in the public healthcare sector (93%) and had more than five years of experience (70.9%). 94.2% participate in oncology committees, and 32.6% in more than three committees. 97.7% attend at least one weekly session, dedicating between 10% and 30% of their working time to preparation. Overall satisfaction with MC performance was high (87.2% scored >7). However, relevant areas for improvement were identified, mainly in case management (59.4%), available infrastructure (51.3%), and interprofessional coordination (43%). 91.9% consider the representation of specialties adequate, and 74.4% confirmed the existence of standardized protocols. Likewise, 87.7% perceived a positive impact of their participation on diagnostic quality and clinical outcomes.
Conclusion:
Nuclear Medicine plays an essential role in MCs, contributing significantly to multidisciplinary decision-making. Nevertheless, organizational challenges and resource limitations persist and must be addressed to optimize efficiency and ensure quality care.
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