Various patterns of MDT meeting organisation were
observed across clinical areas. Some ward areas
gave the meetings a high profile, with a clear
structure and regular attendance by all professionals.
Others had unclear leadership, poor focus upon
decision-making and no standard format. Overall,
62% of clinical areas did not have a clear structure to
their meetings. There was also a lack of clearly
defined roles and responsibilities around the management of discharge. Although each
professional interviewed was able to state their role
and contribution to MDT meetings, approximately
60% of clinical areas were unclear about roles and
responsibilities for actions following meetings