A Model for Interdisciplinary Collaboration in Oncology.

This article focuses on a social work–led interdisciplinary collaboration model designed to address health disparities and promote equitable oncology care for veterans, particularly those from marginalized communities. The model integrates four key components: screening and assessment, culturally competent care, equity-centered interventions, and interdisciplinary collaboration, all grounded in frameworks such as social determinants of health (SDOH), intersectionality, critical race theory (CRT), and the Grand Challenge to close the health gap. Illustrated through a case study of a Black veteran with cancer, the model emphasizes holistic, culturally responsive, and advocacy-driven approaches to reduce systemic barriers and improve health outcomes. The article highlights the vital role of social workers in coordinating care that centers veterans' values and lived experiences within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.