Tumour specific interests are not in themselves a separate and distinct specialty and this information is not therefore available.Some surgeons do seek to sub-specialise or have a special interest in disease-specific areas but, in general, surgical treatment of lung cancer is undertaken by cardiothoracic and/or general surgeons.Similarly, some oncologists may have a special interest in specific tumour types but, in general, provide oncology services for all patients with cancer regardless of tumour type.Table 1 attached shows the number of consultants in cardiothoracic surgery and general surgery, by health board and by whole time...