Specialists for the orthopedic second opinion

Obtain a second opinion at the Orthopaedic Center Munich East (OZMO)

Medical diagnoses, complex illnesses and injuries, and the appropriate treatment options can be confusing to the layperson. Is the recommended treatment right for me? Are there any other options? The reasons for seeking a medical second opinion are many – and even a doctor is not a flawless miracle. Therefore, in accordance with the complexity of human health, an independent second opinion can not only provide more certainty, but also help consider more advanced information with greater diversity of experience.

At the Orthopaedic Center Munich East (OZMO), we have three highly qualified experts and various specializations available to provide you with an independent, orthopaedic second opinion when needed. Learn more about our expertise for reviewing the second opinion at hand and feel free to schedule an appointment with our practice team at OZMO.

Do you need a second opinion?

The specialists at the Orthopädie Zentrum München Ost are happy to provide a second medical opinion. Benefit from our wealth of experience in the field of orthopedics and feel free to make an appointment with us!

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What is a second medical opinion?

Eliminate uncertainty, consult second doctor
Orthopedic second opinion: Our expertise for a second, independent opinion

Make an appointment now for a second opinion by specialists in the OZMO

What is a second medical opinion?

The name alone illustrates the importance of the second opinion: a second expert opinion on a subject area is obtained, which is independent and neutral compared to the first opinion. In an orthopedic second opinion, the patient uses his or her right to choose a physician freely and consults a second physician to obtain an independent, additional opinion from him or her by reviewing the initial findings.

Second opinions can refer to a variety of elements in a doctor-patient situation:

to a diagnosis,
on recommended options of therapies
on chances of recovery

The medical second opinion is especially advisable when serious interventions are involved. In the field of orthopedics, this may involve joint replacement by means of an endoprosthesis or also around the amputation of limbs. It is important that the physician consulted has a great deal of experience in the required specialty, as is the case, for example, with the specialists at the Orthopädie Zentrum München Ost (OZMO).

The orthopedic second opinion can reduce misconceptions and resolve any doubts the patient may have about the need for the procedures, the safety of planned interventions for health, or uncertainties about the diagnosis. The situation is different for interventions and measures that have to be performed on an emergency basis to ensure the health or even the survival of the patient. In these cases, obtaining a second opinion is then not always possible due to time constraints alone.

Eliminate uncertainty, consult second doctor

Serious diagnoses or extensive interventions and treatments can unsettle and also overwhelm patients. Talking with relatives, with the doctor and the diverse flood of information that can be easily researched on the Internet increase the uncertainty even more, but can also offer suggestions that do not always find the desired hearing in the conversation with the attending physician.

In these cases, an orthopedic second opinion is a good solution for everyone involved. It provides an adept and unbiased view of examination records from experts in the medical subject matter. This may provide corroboration of the initial opinion or offer a new perspective on previous findings. During the conversation, of course, the patient’s thoughts, wishes and fears about the health situation and the health future can be explained once again. In the process, our specialists in orthopedics and trauma surgery take sufficient time to dispel doubts, explain the doctor’s explanations of the initial opinion, or present new perspectives on further examination methods and treatments from their own wealth of experience.

We also do not see ourselves in competition with the certainly experienced colleague who wrote the initial opinion, but act according to the four-eyes principle, which, as is well known, sees more than two. Added to this is our wide-ranging expertise in the Orthopedic Center Munich East (OZMO), which combines the competence and experience of three highly qualified specialists in a neutral and independent manner. This allows us to optimally assess even complex health situations and provide you with the valuable assistance you need for your safety with an orthopedic second opinion. And sometimes, our proximity to the most advanced treatment methods in orthopedics allows us to suggest new treatments for your recovery journey.

Orthopedic second opinion: Our expertise for a second, independent opinion

When seeking a second opinion, it is usually not common for patients to undergo all of the preliminary testing again. It is sufficient if all available findings are brought to the examination. Therefore, one should always ask the doctor for X-ray, laboratory or MRI images. Patients also do not need to worry that they will incur additional costs as a result of the physician’s second opinion. As a rule, it is in the interest of the respective responsible health insurance company that costs due to an unnecessary/not yet necessary operation are avoided.

The surgical method can also be discussed anew with the specialists at the Orthopaedic Center Munich East, so the minimally invasive procedure should always be considered for hip surgery. However, this operation also requires a great deal of experience on the part of the surgeon, and this may of course also be addressed in a second opinion. A good doctor will not see asking for a second opinion as questioning his authority, so patients should be open about their desire for one. Often the attending physician is not even aware that there are doubts in the patient’s mind. In addition, our experience in state-of-the-art orthopedic treatment methods can open up a new perspective and new healing opportunities.

Make an appointment now for a second opinion by specialists in the OZMO

Do you need an orthopedic second opinion to weigh treatment options for your condition or injury? Do you feel uncertain about the chances of success or are you simply looking for a neutral opinion? If you would like to consult a second physician, we are happy to assist you with our accomplished team and three highly qualified experts.

Make your personal appointment today for an orthopedic second opinion at the Orthopädie Zentrum München Ost (OZMO). We look forward to providing you with increased confidence and a new understanding of modern medicine in orthopedics.

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