Second opinion
Hi,
My father was diagnosed with lung cancer less then a month ago and we were told last week that nothing can be done. He's in good form, out walking, feeling great. He only went to an appointment for his thyroid last September and this happened.
As a family we want a second opinion. We asked for his test results from the hospital and was told we need to go through the system under the freedom of information act. We asked our doctor but he doesn't want to "rock the boat" with the consultant. We dont know what to do or go to to get a second opinion. Can anyone help us, give some advise on how to go about getting a second opinion, please.
Also can anyone recommend an excellent lung doctor in ireland.
Any advise will be very much appreciated.
Thank you
Dear Sunflower1980,
Im sorry to read of your fathers diagnosis, it must have been a shock for you all. Im glad to read that he is in good form and getting out. It is understandable to want a second opinion, this will give you the reassurance moving forward that the right decisions are being made, it is quite normal now to seek a second opinion. A second opinion can be arranged through your fathers consultant or alternatively his GP could refer him to another consultant. The cancer Nurseline is 1800 200 700 if you would like any support or advice,
Kind Regards