thesecondopinion
Mission:
The mission of thesecondopinion is to provide free multidisciplinary second opinions to adults in California who have been diagnosed with new or recurring cancer. Patients often need a better understanding of their disease and their options. Some are looking for confirmation of their diagnosis before proceeding with a treatment, while others are seeking support sorting out difficult choices in order to manage their cancer.
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mansen
11/11/11
I joined the board after attending six memorial services in seven weeks for friends, family members and neighbors all of whom had died from some form of cancer. I wanted to work with an agency that directly touches patients lives across all types of cancer and provides significant, immediate ...
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Whitehead
06/06/11
Thesecondopinion is an amazing agency that I wholeheartedly support. Having a history of cancer in my family, I have personally seen the fear, confusion, and frustration that a cancer diagnosis can have on both the patient and their families. Having a strong support network, a place to turn for ...
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mistoll
09/09/09
What a great resource! The only agency in the US that provides free multidisciplinary second opinions. Instead of just one doctor from one discipline reviewing medical records, thesecondopinion provides 4 to 6 doctors from different specialties and from different hospitals...and all are volunteers...
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