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Tips about preparing for my second opinion appointment at Mayo
Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs) | Last Active: Jan 28 7:54am | Replies (26)Comment receiving replies
Doubt highly the second doctor would rely on first doctor’s finding or impressions. Unless perhaps he/she would have done nothing different.
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@hopeseeker22, that depends. Mayo Clinic reviews records, imaging studies, test results, etc. Some testing may need to be repeated, but reviewing previous findings is an essential step in assessing patients coming for a second opinion.
Read more here:
- Tips for seeking a second opinion https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/cancer-education-center/newsfeed-post/tips-for-seeking-a-second-opinion/