Hi @tomswife, a second opinion is not always necessary, especially if the medical condition is not complex and the treatment is standard. However, if you wish to get a second opinion, you should. Most physicians are not insulted when a patient asks for a referral for a second opinion. It affords them the benefit of consulting with an expanded team of experts. The goal is the patient and treatment outcomes.

@annebauer19 @chemobile @colorafo19 @terryabk @marvinjsturing may have persaonl experiences with getting second opinions to share with you.

You may be interested in these related discussions:
- How do I get a Second Opinion (cancer)? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/second-opinion-8/
– Getting a second opinion on treatment (for pancreatic cancer) from Mayo https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/getting-a-second-opinion-on-treatment-from-mayo/

Hi, I also was diagnosed with Stage 1b pancreatic cancer, following a distal pancreatectomy on July 29. I am on a modified Folferinox treatment every 2 weeks for 6 months. I have had 2 out of 12 treatments so far. My oncologist told me that, for my situation, the treatment plan was standard. I hope this is a little helpful.

I think you owe it to yourself to get a second opinion and the Dr should never be insulted. This is a horrible disease. Maybe the more advanced center will find something they missed - or not- but at least you would know.