Get a Second Opinion from a Cincinnati Children’s Surgical Oncologist

You don’t need a physician referral to get a second opinion from one of our cancer surgeons. We routinely see families who want to:

• Confirm whether surgery is a necessary part of their child’s cancer treatment plan
• See if surgery is an option for certain tumors that aren’t normally treated with surgery
• Find out if there is a less invasive way to remove their child’s tumor
• Learn more about the type of surgery their child needs, including risks, benefits and recovery time
• Get an expert opinion on a surgical plan recommended by another cancer surgeon
• Explore the possibility of having surgery at Cincinnati Children’s, while undergoing additional cancer treatments from their local providers

We provide surgery second opinions for infants, children, teens and young adults up to age 39.

Why Get a Second Opinion?

Getting a second opinion from another cancer surgeon can provide peace of mind before your child has surgery. It can help you confirm that you’ve explored all available treatment options. And it can help you make an informed decision about which option is right for your child.

Many people seek a second opinion to validate the recommendations made by their current care team. Others look for second opinions when their child’s cancer has spread, come back or isn’t responding well to initial treatment.

How to Schedule a Second Opinion Visit

There are several ways you can get started:

• Ask your doctor for a referral. Your child’s medical oncologist or primary care doctor can contact Cincinnati Children’s to start the second opinion process.
• Contact Us