Start Your Cancer Journey with a Second Opinion
After receiving a diagnosis of cancer, you have a lot of questions. But the thought of getting a second opinion for your cancer diagnosis can seem overwhelming and disruptive to getting your treatment underway.
At The University of Kansas Cancer Center, the region’s only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, we know the value of getting a second opinion on a cancer diagnosis. And the truth is a second opinion doesn’t interrupt your cancer journey – it begins it.
With a second opinion on a cancer diagnosis, you and your family can ask questions and explore your options. It can ensure you get the correct diagnosis and the best treatment for your type of cancer. In fact, research shows getting a second opinion at an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center can result in a change in diagnosis and in treatment plan. On top of that, patients treated at NCI cancer centers have a 25% better chance of survival.
Connect with one of our nurse navigators at 913-588-1227 or 844-323-1227 to schedule your second opinion.
Second opinions offer reassurance
Asking for a second opinion doesn’t mean you think the first diagnosis is wrong or that you doubt your doctor. In some cases, a second opinion could confirm a diagnosis and/or prevent unnecessary treatment or surgery.
The more minds that collaborate on your cancer, the more peace of mind for you and your family. So we make getting a second opinion as easy for you as we can. Our nurse navigators coordinate everything and make sure you get a consultation as soon as possible – we know how quickly you want and deserve answers.
Connect with a nurse navigator at 913-588-1227 or 844-323-1227. We are also happy to provide you with travel and lodging information.