Peace of Mind
When considering the best treatment choice for your health condition, a second opinion can make sure you know all of your options.
For a second opinion, please call 414-777-7700 or complete the second opinion form.
Request a Second Opinion
- Blood and Marrow Transplant
- Brain Spine Tumor
- Breast Cancer
- Cardiac
- Colorectal Cancer
- Ear, Nose and Throat
- Esophageal Cancer
- Eye/Orbital Cancer
- Gastroenterology and Liver Disease
- Gynecological Cancer
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Kidney Disease
- Leukemia Lymphoma and Myeloma
- Liver Pancreas Bile Duct Cancer
- Lung and Thoracic Cancer
- Lung Disease
- Orthopaedics
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Prostate and Urologic Cancer
- Skin Cancer
- Stroke
- SpineCare
- Urology
- Vascular
Second Opinion Frequently Asked Questions
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Will my insurance cover a second opinion?
Most insurance companies cover second opinion visits. We encourage you to check with your insurance carrier regarding your plan coverage prior to your visit.
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What you can expect when you request a second opinion?
Once you’ve requested a second opinion appointment, one of our team members will reach out to you, help to gather necessary medical records, test results and any other information needed for an accurate evaluation.
During your visit, a doctor will review your medical records, conduct a physical exam and get a sense of your priorities or concerns.
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What does a second opinion provide?
A second opinion with our team can confirm your diagnosis, tell you more about your treatment options, help you choose the best course of action for you, and introduce you to some of the country’s leading medical experts.
Following your second opinion appointment, if you decide future care through Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network is right for you, our team will work with you to coordinate your treatment plan.
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Will my current doctor will be offended if I seek a second opinion?
Your doctor won’t be offended and should, in fact, encourage you to get a second opinion to make sure you are completely comfortable with your treatment plan.
Getting a second opinion doesn’t mean you must switch doctors. You may, after learning more. Or you may decide everything is proceeding as it should.