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Why ask for a second opinion?

Why seek a second opinion in oncology?

The announcement of a cancer diagnosis is always a very difficult moment, and you often find yourself unable to fully process all the information your doctor provides.

The treatment journey is complex, lengthy, and can generate fears, doubts, misunderstandings, and questions that may go unanswered or that you may not always feel comfortable or think to discuss with your doctor.

The second opinion primarily allows you to better understand your illness and find reassurance.

Innovative cancer treatments are increasing, which is a good thing for patients. This context of accelerated treatments and their combinations offers doctors multiple therapeutic options, which can and should be shared with the patient.

The second opinion can also be an opportunity to gain a broader perspective on possible treatment options or to confirm that the current treatment is indeed the most appropriate, which is the case in 75% of second opinion requests.

40 experts online to respond you

CancerConsult makes it easier for you to access oncology experts specializing in your condition, despite geographical distance and long appointment wait times, by offering you a second opinion on your cancer within 7 days.

These experts have been identified and selected for their involvement in clinical research. As a result, these doctors possess knowledge and expertise in the most innovative and up-to-date treatments.

Why is it important to know all the treatment options?

In the case of a second opinion request, the expert will ensure that all treatment options have been thoroughly considered. They will seek to understand the rationale behind the proposed treatment approach and will share the standard care recommendations to provide their expert opinion. This expertise will be detailed in a report that will be shared with you.

Since our experts are involved in clinical research for specific conditions, they have a precise understanding of treatment opportunities. A second opinion can be an opportunity to participate in a clinical trial, which is particularly important for rare diseases.

CancerConsult experts answer all your questions about various cancers and are available across the entire country.

Our experts

Experts who support us

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Hôpital Edouard Herriot (Lyon)
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Oncologist, sarcoma expert
Centre Léon Bérard (Lyon)
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Oncologist, lung expert
Groupe hospitalier Paris Saint Joseph (Paris)
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Oncologist, breast and gynecology expert
Centre Léon Bérard (Lyon)
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Oncologist, lung expert
AP-HM Hôpital Nord (Marseille)
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Surgeon, urology expert
Hôpital Européen Georges Pompidou (Paris)
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Oncologist, breast expert
Institut Français du Sein (Paris)
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Oncologist, colon, stomach and esophagus expert
AP-HM Hôpital de la Timone (Marseille)
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Oncologist, urology expert
AP-HP Hôpital Pitié Salpêtrière (Paris)
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Oncologist, lung and urology expert
Clinique Hartmann (Neuilly-sur-Seine ), Hôpital privé d'Antony
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Surgeon, digestive expert
Hôpital Foch (Suresnes)
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Surgeon, digestive and thoracic expert
AP-HP Hôpital Lariboisière (Paris)
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Oncologist, breast expert
Centre Paul Strauss (Strasbourg)
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Oncologist, urology expert
Hôpital Européen Georges Pompidou (Paris)
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Oncologist, lung expert
Hôpitaux Universitaires de Strasbourg (Strasbourg)
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Oncologist, digestive expert
Hôpital Foch (Suresnes)
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Oncologist, urology expert
Hôpital Foch (Suresnes)
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Oncologist, digestive expert
Centre Georges-François Leclerc (Dijon)
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Oncologist, lung expert
AP-HM Hôpital Nord (Marseille)
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Oncologist, liver expert
Centre Hospitalier Université Grenoble Alpes (Grenoble)
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Oncologist, digestive expert
AP-HP Hôpital Cochin (Paris)
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Oncologist, lung expert
Hôpital Larrey (Toulouse)
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Oncologist, urology expert
Hôpital Foch (Suresnes)
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Onco-radiotherapist
Polyclinique Saint George (Nice)
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Oncologist, lung and digestive expert
Hôpital Foch (Suresnes)
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Oncologist, breast and urology expert
Centre Georges-François Leclerc (Dijon)
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Oncologist, breast expert
Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dupuytren (Limoges)
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Oncologist, breast, gynecology and urology expert
AP-HM Hôpital Nord (Marseille)
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Oncologist, breast and gynecology expert
Centre Léon Bérard (Lyon)
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Oncologist, breast expert
Hôpital Américain (Paris)

When get a second opinion?

You want to be reassured.
Your diagnosis is unclear and you want to confirm it.
You have questions about your cancer and your treatment.
You have lost confidence in your doctor.
You feel like you’re not being heard.
You have just learned that you have cancer and you want to be sure that you are receiving the right treatment.
You want to know about the clinical trials available for your condition.
You have a rare disease or one that affects your vital prognosis.
You are an expatriate and would like to get the opinion of French experts.
You are experiencing treatment side effects that are not being managed optimally.
You want to explore other management options to better understand the treatment choices available to you.
You want a more personalized treatment (medical history, professional or personal constraints, preferences, etc.)
You are a relative of someone with cancer, and you want to help by seeking a second opinion.
You believe that another treatment option might be available and want to know if all therapeutic options have been thoroughly considered.
You are not responding to the treatment as expected and want to know about subsequent treatment options.

We talk about it

The second opinion in the press

A second opinion is mandatory in Sweden, Germany, and England for serious conditions. It is strongly recommended by institutions in France, including INCa (National Cancer Institute), and is the subject of many articles.

Patient testimonials

Patient share their experiences

They received a second opinion online and share their experiences with CancerConsult.

The second opinion from CancerConsult helped me avoid chemotherapy sessions.

Given my low recurrence rate after my surgery and the results of my endoPredict test, only radiotherapy was recommended for me.

An expert from CancerConsult not only provided a second opinion but also directed me to the nearest cancer center to reconfirm this recommendation. The decision was confirmed in both cases, which led to some discussion with my surgeon.

I thank the CancerConsult team for their commitment and the help they provided.

– Véronique

Already, a thousand thanks for accompanying me through this journey to tackle this 'challenge' that is so complex in every respect.

Technically, it is uncommon to start chemotherapy, undergo surgery, or receive radiotherapy. These are the core treatments in the fight against the 'ordeal' of cancer. With so many potential treatments and ongoing clinical trials each year where we might be eligible, how can we navigate them all?

Furthermore, each cancer is unique because each person is biologically distinct. Not to mention the emotional dimension and the impact that the diagnosis of this disease and its mix of good and bad news can have.

– Manoël

How it works

What is the process for a second opinion?

Before requesting your second opinion, gather the following information:

  • Date of diagnosis
  • Diagnosis
  • Stage of the disease
  • Medical reports (less than one month old)
  • Treatments

You don’t need to schedule an appointment; our experts (regardless of their location) will review your case directly from our secure platform.

Registration

Sign up to access the second opinion request. Assistance from the CancerConsult team is available if needed

Create your file

Enter your administrative information and then your medical details (condition, treatments, test results, etc.).

Select expert

Chose a specialist in your condition

Expertise

The expert reviews your case, and CancerConsult verifies the completeness of the file.

Results

Response within 7 days on the platform, by email, phone, or video conference, with a detailed report provided.

Cancers

The pathologies treated

Better understanding your own or a relative’s illness allows for better management.

CancerConsult also supports you by providing clear, expert information about your condition. On our site, you will find a large number of videos and patient testimonials that can help you better understand your treatment and its implications.

Press

The press talks about us

Insurance

Request a quote for your insurance

CancerConsult strives to promote coverage of this service by insurance companies and businesses. Don't hesitate to request a quote from your insurance provider to see if you can benefit from coverage for the second opinion.

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