Breast cancer second opinion

Have confidence in your care plan

Our Breast Cancer Second Opinion Program at Overlook Medical Center brings together all of the specialists needed in one convenient visit, which may include a breast surgeon and a breast nurse navigator, as well as experts from pathology, radiology, plastic surgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology and genetic counseling. 

This means less trips to various doctors’ offices and more information to make an educated health care decision.

Additional benefits of a second opinion include:

• New or improved understanding of the diagnosis, including the type and stage of breast cancer
• Additional perspectives regarding care plans
• Expanded treatment options, such as access to the latest therapies and clinical trials
• Confidence in the care team’s recommendations
• Leave with a treatment plan that has been decided upon by multi-disciplinary team (consensus and next steps)

Eligibility

Newly-diagnosed breast cancer patients, as well as those who may be facing a recurrence or entering another phase of treatment, are eligible for the Breast Cancer Second Opinion Program. Loved ones are also welcome to attend.

Please note that while most insurance companies extend coverage for second opinions, we recommend that patients check with their provider to verify the plan’s benefits before scheduling an appointment.