How do you find another dr to get another opinion. How do I make the best choice.

lindi143
lindi143 Member Posts: 29
edited July 2021 in General Cancer
How do you find another dr to get another opinion. How do I make the best choice.

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  • Carool
    Carool Member Posts: 787
    edited June 2021 Answer ✓
    Is there a major cancer hospital near you — or, if your partner/husband is already seeing an oncologist at a major cancer hospital, is there another such hospital near you? From what I know, no doctor will object to someone seeking another opinion. You could also call MD Anderson or MSKCC and speak with someone theee about getting a second opinion remotely. You can also ask your husband’s PCP for a recommendation.

    I wish I had info from experience. I did get a second opinion right after my breast cancer diagnosis, but that was through a friend who knew someone at MSK (where I ended up getting surgery and treatments). I wish you both everything good. Please keep us posted if you feel like it.
  • Bug
    Bug Member Posts: 393
    edited June 2021
    Who recommended the first doctor? Maybe they could recommend another doctor...? The doctor who did my biopsy recommended a surgeon. He said I would love her and he was right. Maybe you could ask a doctor that you like for a recommendation.
  • fusilier
    fusilier Member Posts: 22
    edited June 2021
    Carool has some excellent advice. In addition, you might try the American Cancer Society: 1 (800) 227-2345 , your local public health service, or Mayo Clinic.

    Remember, we are all in this together.

    fusilier

    James 2:24
  • Teachertina
    Teachertina Member Posts: 205
    edited June 2021
    I checked with a research hospital not too far away in NC , we have more than one, and they did a panel review of my case. They concluded that they agreed with the plan my oncologist had suggested and told me he was one of the best around. They were so right, 15 years later he still keeps me going!
  • Kp2018
    Kp2018 Member Posts: 105
    edited July 2021
    To add to the excellent suggestions already offered, here is a link to the NCI designated cancer center in your state: https://www.uab.edu/onealcancercenter/

    This is where you will find a team of experts who deliver cutting edge treatments. They are quite accustomed to offering second opinions.
  • lindi143
    lindi143 Member Posts: 29
    edited July 2021
    Thank you all so much. Y’all are awesome
  • 2943
    2943 Member Posts: 94
    edited July 2021
    I looked at hospitals national rankings. I looked within a 2 hour drive. Happened #6 in nation was drivable and had primary send request. Saved my Life. I had extremely efficient yet personal treatment. Entered clinical trials. I had worried I would just be a number but not the case at all. Breast surgeon visited in hospital after I had kidney removed. During searching times, you may need to hear from that second voice.
  • legaljen1969
    legaljen1969 Member Posts: 763
    edited July 2021
    Lindi, I hope you find someone to offer a second opinion. Remember, this is your husband's health. Doctors know that people get "second opinions" all the time. Those who have done the "second opinion" thing have some great suggestions.