Frequently asked
questions
How do I get a second opinion? Can I be referred
to another consultant?
It is important to feel able to communicate with your healthcare
professional. They should check your understanding of the condition, explain
any medical terms and let you ask questions. If you are not
happy or don’t feel comfortable with the advice or treatment
from your GP or consultant, do ask for a second opinion. Before
you get a second opinion it is worth considering whether this
is due to a breakdown in communication. If you do not
understand an explanation you have been given, you could ask
your doctor to explain it to you again.
Your GP will be able to give you advice on getting a second
opinion from a consultant. If you wish to see a different
GP, you can make an appointment with another GP in the practice
or try to change practices.
NHS direct has a useful guide to getting a second opinion on
the NHS:
www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/articles/article.aspx?articleId=575§ionId=11656
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