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Cedars-Sinai’s Virtual Second Opinion service will empower you to make the best decisions for your health — and you can do it from the comfort of your home.
How Virtual Second Opinion works
We’ll retrieve your health records
We’ll contact you within one business day to schedule an intake assessment with your nurse coordinator.
We'll match you with a doctor
Based on your specific diagnosis, we’ll pair you with a Cedars-Sinai doctor who is an expert in your condition.
Receive your Virtual Second Opinion report
The doctor will prepare your personalized Virtual Second Opinion report after a thorough review of your medical records.
Attend a virtual education session
You’ll meet virtually with the doctor to understand the details of your Virtual Second Opinion report and review the three questions you submitted. This virtual educational session is optional.
My nurse coordinator and the specialist were exceptionally thorough. They made the process simple and even collected my medical records.
Their genuine care makes choosing Cedars-Sinai for a Virtual Second Opinion truly worthwhile.
Mitch M., Virtual Second Opinion participant
Virtual Second Opinions for children
Cedars-Sinai's Virtual Second Opinion program is available to children, providing essential support for families facing serious medical diagnoses for their young ones. This ensures that children, just like adults, have access to expert medical opinions, offering peace of mind to parents and guardians that the healthcare decisions they make are well-informed and in the best interest of their child's health and well-being.
Meet our doctors
Get to know a few of the doctors who participate in Cedars-Sinai’s Virtual Second Opinion program.
World-class healthcare for over 100 years
Cedars-Sinai is known around the world
The Virtual Second Opinion specialists are affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Cedars-Sinai is a non-profit hospital located in Los Angeles, CA. Cedars-Sinai tied for #1 in California and recognized nine years in a row on the “Best Hospitals” Honor Roll by U.S. News & World Report.
Frequently asked questions
It’s natural to have questions about getting a Virtual Second Opinion. We’re here with answers to some of the questions participants often have about our Virtual Second Opinion program.
Virtual Second Opinions are not covered by insurance, but other options may be eligible
Our Virtual Second Opinion service is unique by providing a high level of personalized service and giving you an accelerated second opinion report from the comfort of your home. Call us if you are interested in learning more about an in-person consultation, which may be eligible for insurance coverage at 310-423-4654.