Getting a Second Opinion

Have you been given a diagnosis of ocular melanoma and you want to get another opinion for confirmation? Or you just want to learn more about what other centers offer for treatment? Have you been diagnosed with something unusual or "suspicious" and you want another set of eyes to reassure you things are okay? Know that getting a second opinion is a normal part of educating yourself and engaging with your diagnosis, whatever the diagnosis may be. Red flags: your doctor discourages you from getting a second opinion, your doctor acts offended you want a second opinion. Yellow flag: your doctor acts hesitant to recommend a second opinion.  Welcome to Finding Your Way with Ocular Melanoma, a guide to understanding everything there is to know about your experience with this rare cancer. Learn through the lens of my knowledge and clinical experience as a physician expert and passionate patient advocate. The more you know about ocular melanoma, the better you will do, and the better you will live. Let's go! The content shared on the Finding Your Way with Ocular Melanoma podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The information provided must not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. As a listener, you are responsible for your own health-related decisions and must consider consulting with a healthcare professional for personalized medical advice.  Tara McCannel MD PhD is a an ocular oncologist, vitreoretinal surgeon and co-founder of Seyhart Wellness. She is also the host of the Mind Body MD podcast where she shares her passion for holistic health and wellness.