ABSTRACT
Cardiovascular disease and cancer are the top two causes of mortality in the Western world. The interplay between these two common disease entities necessitates a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach by healthcare providers. Cardio-oncology has emerged as a subspeciality of medicine with the goal of maximizing cancer treatment while also minimizing the negative implications on cardiovascular health. The development of a cardio-oncology clinic is a complex process involving multidisciplinary collaboration, administrative support, and institutional resources. In this chapter, we outline the components and structure needed for the development of a successful cardio-oncology clinic. The healthcare team that defines this multidisciplinary approach is reviewed as is the patient population that is appropriate for referral. Given the novelty of this subspecialty, we discuss how to define success of a cardio-oncology clinic/program.
