Matthew Fowler, BScN, MSc, from the Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK, suggests how the current unmet needs in oncology nursing could be improved upon. Mr Fowler describes how by increasing communication with both medical and nursing multidisciplinary colleagues, this could have a positive impact on improving outcomes. The future for oncology nursing is bright, with more proactive initiatives focused on advancing nursing practises. This interview was recorded at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) 2018 Congress in Munich, Germany.