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For patients and referring providers

Second opinions

A second opinion can help you understand the recommendation in front of you and prepare better questions before deciding. Start with a phone call; there is no online intake form.

Call (785) 368-0767

Call (785) 368-0767 during clinic hours, 911 for emergencies.

How it works

Five steps from the first call to your decision.

  1. 1

    Call to request a second opinion

    Call (785) 368-0767 and tell the clinic you are requesting a second opinion. The team will explain what records are needed for your case.

  2. 2

    Gather your records and imaging

    Having the core records together helps the review focus on the decision you are facing.

    • Recent MRI or CT discs, or access instructions for the imaging
    • Prior operative notes
    • A short timeline of symptoms and treatments tried
    • A current medication list
  3. 3

    Your materials are reviewed

    The available records and imaging are reviewed before or as part of the consultation so the discussion can focus on your questions and options.

  4. 4

    Have the consultation conversation

    Discuss what the imaging shows, the reasoning behind the recommendation, reasonable alternatives, and the questions that matter to you.

  5. 5

    You decide

    There is no obligation to switch surgeons. Second opinions are a normal part of surgical care, and the decision about what to do next remains yours.

For clinicians

Referring a patient

Call the clinic at (785) 368-0767 for referral instructions and to confirm the records needed for the patient’s visit.

Referral fax: (785) 368-0739

What to include

  • The referral order and reason for consultation
  • Relevant clinic notes and examination findings
  • Imaging reports plus the images on disc or available access
  • Prior operative notes when applicable
  • Insurance and authorization information required by the patient’s plan

The clinic can clarify missing records, plan-specific referral requirements, and the next scheduling step by phone.

Telehealth second opinions

Telehealth second-opinion consultations are available to patients located in Kansas. Telehealth visits do not create a physician-patient relationship unless explicitly established and may be limited to record review and informational discussion depending on state of residence. In-person visits are required for any prescription, examination, or surgical recommendation.

Start with a call.

The clinic will tell you which records to gather for your situation.

Call (785) 368-0767