How to Get a Second OB/GYN Opinion

When you are facing a new medical diagnosis, it is common to feel confused. Making a decision can be very difficult.

A second opinion means asking another specialist to review your medical records, test results, consider your diagnosis, give an opinion, and suggest treatment options. It is a valuable resource when faced with a difficult decision regarding your health.

The very idea of getting a second opinion can seem overwhelming at first, but it is often recommended if you are:

• Unsure about a diagnosis or did not receive the answers to all your questions in a satisfactory manner
• You have been told you have a rare life threatening condition
• You have multiple health issues
• The treatment recommended is an risky or experimental

Just feeling uncertain about your surgical procedure or treatment prescribed is reason enough to ask for a second opinion. By seeking a second opinion you will learn more about your condition and treatment options and have more information to make the right decision.

Specialists are used to providing second opinions – some insurance companies require this before agreeing to pay for treatment.

If you received a diagnosis pertaining to a gynecological issue and would like a second opinion, please do not hesitate to give our leading OB/GYN specialists a call.