Get a 2nd Opinion!
Little known fact: about 1 in 20 diagnoses is incorrect. Why?
There are only about 200-300 symptoms and 10,000 diseases!
Naturally, doctors tend to view symptoms through the filters of their specialized training. All of us have filters of various kinds from our life experiences and education, so this is pretty understandable.
Two good reasons for a 2nd opinions.
Patients often worry that they will offend their doctor if they get a second opinion. But here’s the truth: good doctors encourage their patients to collect as much information as they can. They know the more information, the better any health care decision.
Getting the right diagnosis is often like solving a mystery, and it’s really up to the patient and their Care Partner to dig for clues and answers.
Every successful archeologist, detective, and pirate use some sort of map. Download this 2nd Opinion Checklist (map) from The Care Partner Project as your guide when digging for clues and answers.
You don't have to settle for only two opinions, you can get a 3rd, 4th, 5th, however many you want to be sure of the diagnosis. This is YOUR LIFE we're talking about and you are important!
Receiving a troubling diagnosis can be scary and cause panic, I can help you find confidence and control through consultation and personalized, strategic action planning. Give me a call, I'm here for you!