@fionac, I noticed that you wished to post a URL with your post. You will be able to add URLs to your posts in a few days. There is a brief period where new members can't post links. We do this to deter spammers and keep the community safe.

Please allow me to post it for you:
Yale second opinion https://www.yalemedicine.org/patient-tools/second-opinion

Mayo Clinic also offers second opinions and the approach that you are inquiring about. Many people consult with Mayo Clinic for diagnosis confirmation and treatment plan, and may get some services locally. For example, consultation and surgery at Mayo Clinic, then chemotherapy administered locally or closer to home.

Read more here about the benefits of second opinions:
- Generally Speaking: Seeking Second Opinions https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/cancer-education-center/newsfeed-post/seeking-second-opinions/

To inquire about a second opinion at Mayo Clinic, start here: http://mayocl.in/1mtmR63