~GETTING A SECOND OPINION~ Once you find a health care provider, he or she does not have to be your only source of information. Breast cancer is complex. It is a good idea for everyone diagnosed with breast cancer to consider getting a second opinion. Seeing a second provider from a different hospital or group practice serves many purposes. It can: *Instill confidence in the first provider by confirming a diagnosis or course of treatment *Give a different insight into your diagnosis and treatment and increase your options for care *Give you a chance to interact in-depth with another provider, who may be better suited to give your care Your provider should be comfortable with and, in fact, encourage you to get a second opinion. A provider should never discourage you from getting a second opinion. However, before getting a second opinion, it is best to check with your insurance company to see if there are any limits. Some policies may only cover second opinions from providers in their network. ~Susan G Komen~
Posted on: Tue, 13 May 2014 13:02:13 +0000
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