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Second Opinion
Getting a Second Opinion for Heart Conditions
Receiving a diagnosis is daunting especially when a procedure is part of the treatment plan. While you may be comfortable with the doctor you initially saw for this, it is understandable to want to obtain another assessment, or opinion, on what would be the best course for you, as the patient, going forward.
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Dr Pinakin is known to help with an unbiased approach with regards to giving his professional impression and reviewing your existing that were done.
You may want to consider seeking a second opinion in these circumstances:
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You have been diagnosed with a heart condition
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You want to understand more or have more questions
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There are different recommendations on how to treat your heart condition
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You are unsure about the treatment options available
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You wish to have a different perspective and an independent assessment
Benefits of a Second Opinion
Heart conditions are complex and its care is multifaceted, with each aspect best cared for by a particular subspeciality.
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Treatment of heart conditions have evolved significantly in the past decade. In this present age of evidence-based medicine, it is enabling us to achieve cure rates and outcomes that were not thought to be possible before.
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As the understanding of heart disease conditions are constantly improving, there will be situations in which there may be more than one way to address and treat the disease. Coupled with emerging evidence from culminated experience, clinical studies and trials, a few equally effective options would be available. Even the science behind medications have improved and sometimes, even the simple usage of medications alone might be equal to an interventional procedure.
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The more you understand about your condition and the treatment options, the more engaged you will be in the healing journey, and better prepared for the journey ahead.