Low Volume High Complexity National Chordoma and Chondrosarcoma skull base National MDT

The North West Neurosurgery Network, hosted by Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust, has launched its national multidisciplinary team meeting (MDT) for base of skull chordoma and chondrosarcoma. The service is now live and ready to accept referrals via a dedicated online platform.

Following a successful national bid, the service, jointly chaired by Consultant Neurosurgeon Professor Omar Pathmanaban and Consultant Clinical Oncologist Dr Gillian Whitfield, will bring together expertise from across the country to support high quality, equitable care for patients with these rare and complex tumours.

Referral Portal Now Open

The service is now live and ready to accept referrals via a dedicated online platform within the existing Proton Beam Therapy (PBT) portal. To use the portal,  referrers must first register for an account.

This integrated process reduces duplication, particularly for patients who may also require discussion at the national proton MDT and ensures a streamlined national referral pathway.

National MDT Beginning April 2026

The MDT will meet fortnightly on Wednesdays, beginning:

Date: 1 April 2026

Time: 15:00–17:00

For further information, please contact the MDT Co‑ordinator: National.ChordomaMDT@nca.nhs.uk