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Urology

Second Opinions

It's Your Right

Many people still hesitate to ask for a second medical opinion (though some insurance plans require it before they will cover a treatment). You have a right to a second opinion, and it is recommended medical practice. You need as much information as possible to make an educated decision about your treatment. Today, virtually all doctors will support your efforts to get another viewpoint and learn more about your condition and all treatment options.

When Second Opinions are Needed

You should always get a second opinion if:
  • Your regular doctors can't diagnose your problem
  • The diagnosis is difficult and further opinions will clarify or confirm the findings
  • The diagnosis indicates a serious or rare disease
  • You feel pressured to make a decision and want more information
  • The recommended treatment
    • involves major surgery
    • is risky or has serious potential side effects
    • will seriously affect your lifestyle, your work or your family
    • is excessively expensive
  • You want to know if there are other treatment options
  • You have been under treatment and there has been no improvement
  • You are unsure of your doctor’s expertise in an area
  • You have trouble talking with your present doctor(s)
  • You have any unanswered questions

A second opinion may confirm the original diagnosis and treatment recommendations, or it may suggest alternatives. If the second opinion does differ from the first, make sure you know why. You should understand the reasoning behind a medical opinion.

Contact Us for a Second Opinion

To talk to a Strong Health urologist about getting a second opinion, call one of our specialists.