Second Opinion at Karmanos

A Second Opinion Could Be Your Best Chance

When it comes to cancer care, confidence in a treatment plan is essential. A second opinion can help patients feel informed, assured and empowered about their next steps.

Seeking another expert’s perspective isn't about doubting a doctor, it’s about ensuring every option and resource is presented. A second opinion can confirm a diagnosis, offer alternative treatment options or simply provide peace of mind.

At Karmanos, our specialists are here to work alongside our patients and caregivers and eliminate any doubts about the care journey. We’re here to make the process simple and respectful.

How to Talk to Your Doctor About Getting a Second Opinion

We understand that talking to a doctor about a second opinion can feel awkward, but most doctors understand and support your desire to feel confident in your care. Here are a few questions you could ask:

• “I’ve heard it’s common to get a second opinion – how can I go about getting one to understand all of my options?”
• “This is a lot to process, and understanding my options is important to me. Is there another specialist you can refer me to?”

Your doctor's goal, just like yours, is the best possible outcome. Seeking another opinion shows you're engaged and invested in your health.

Committed to delivering the best care

Karmanos Cancer Institute is the only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center in metro Detroit. That means patients can access treatments exclusive to Karmanos, including innovative care, cancer prevention programs and multidisciplinary teams of cancer specialists — an unmatched comprehensive approach.

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Cancer Specialists Who Are Focused on Your Particular Cancer

Karmanos offers 15 multidisciplinary teams; each designed and staffed specifically to ensure that patients and their families get their cancer diagnosis and treatment right the first time. Each team consists of cancer specialists who are focused on your particular cancer and who have devoted their careers to fighting the very cancer with which you are confronted.

Some of the common cancer types we treat include amyloidosis, bladder cancer, breast cancer, colorectal cancer, leukemia, lung cancer, multiple myeloma, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, ovarian cancer, pancreatic cancer, prostate cancer, and thyroid cancer.