A second opinion before you decide.
Before you agree to surgery or begin a major treatment, have a senior Meridian Health specialist independently review your diagnosis, scans and reports — and tell you, plainly, what they would do.
When a second opinion is worth it
You don’t need to doubt your doctor to want a second view. These are the moments it matters most.
Surgery has been advised
Confirm the operation is truly needed — and whether a less invasive option exists.
A serious diagnosis
Cancer, cardiac or anything major deserves a second expert read before you act.
Risky or lifelong treatment
When a plan carries real side-effects or commits you for life, be sure it’s the right one.
A rare or unclear condition
Uncommon cases benefit most from a specialist who sees them often.
You’re not improving
If treatment isn’t working or things are worsening, a fresh perspective can reset the plan.
Weighing your options
Compare treatments on cost, safety and outcome before you choose a path.
A clearer head before a big decision
An independent specialist review catches what a rushed first consult can miss — giving you the confidence to go ahead, or a good reason to pause.
*Indicative of published second-opinion research, in which a meaningful share of cases saw a refined diagnosis or treatment plan. Your outcome depends on your individual condition. A second opinion supports — it does not replace — your treating doctor’s care.
From reports to a real answer, in four steps
Entirely online. Upload once, and we handle the rest — matching, review and a consultation if you want one.
Upload your reports
Add your diagnosis, prescriptions, scans and lab reports — securely, in minutes.
Matched to a specialist
We assign a senior doctor in exactly the right field for your condition.
Expert reviews everything
The specialist studies your case in detail and, where needed, re-reads your scans.
Opinion + video consult
You receive a written second opinion and can discuss it face-to-face over video.
Everything in your second opinion
Not just a yes or no — a clear, written explanation you can act on and keep.
Senior specialist review
Your case is read by a consultant with 15+ years in the relevant field.
Written opinion report
A clear document covering the diagnosis, the plan, and what we’d recommend.
Video consultation
Talk it through with the specialist and ask every question on your mind.
Treatment alternatives
Where they exist, you’ll see other options compared on risk and outcome.
Surgery-necessity check
An honest view on whether an advised operation is really required.
Private & secure
Your records are encrypted and shared only with your reviewing doctor.
A specialist for every major decision
Independent second opinions across 28 fields — including the ones where they matter most.
Pick the level of review you want
Fixed fees, disclosed before you pay. Most opinions are ready within 48 hours.
Written Opinion
A specialist reviews your case and writes back.
Fixed fee · no hidden charges
- Senior specialist review
- Written second-opinion report
- Ready within 48 hours
- One round of follow-up questions
Specialist Video Consult
The written opinion, plus real time face-to-face.
Most chosen before surgery
- Everything in Written Opinion
- 30-min video consultation
- Discuss your reports live
- Treatment alternatives explained
- Priority 24-hour turnaround
Surgical Review Panel
Multiple specialists weigh in before surgery.
Best for major operations
- Panel of 2–3 specialists
- Independent re-read of your scans
- Surgery-necessity verdict
- Video consult with lead specialist
- Detailed written recommendation
Not satisfied your case was properly reviewed? We’ll re-review it with another specialist, free.
Do you need a second opinion?
Four quick questions. We’ll suggest whether a second opinion is worth it — and which kind fits your situation.
This is a simple guide, not medical advice. In an emergency, or for sudden severe symptoms, contact your doctor or emergency services immediately.
Opinions from doctors who’ve seen it all
Dr. Arvind Iyer
Dr. Neha Kulkarni
Dr. Sameer Rao
Decisions they’re glad they paused on
“A knee replacement was advised. The second opinion said a guided rehab plan would do — eight months on, I’m walking pain-free and never had the operation.”
“The panel re-read my biopsy and staged it differently. It changed my entire treatment — and the outcome. I can’t imagine not having asked.”
“They confirmed the bypass was the right call and explained exactly why. I went into surgery calm — for the first time understanding my own heart.”
Private, secure and independent
Your reports are encrypted and shared only with your reviewing specialist. The opinion you receive is genuinely independent — never influenced by who treats you next.