Virtual Second Opinion

About us

Bringing our expertise to you virtually

Cedars-Sinai has been providing world-class healthcare for more than 100 years. With our Virtual Second Opinion program, we're expanding our reach, offering our expertise digitally through a personalized service that's available to you from the convenience of your home.

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“Our doctors are leaders. With a Virtual Second Opinion, you can be confident we have your best interests at heart, and we’ll provide you with all the support you need to make the best decisions about your care.”

Dr. Joanna Chikwe

Chair, Department of Cardiology

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Why choose Cedars-Sinai?

  • Our doctors

    People from around the globe seek care from the doctors at Cedars-Sinai. We’ll match you with a doctor who’s an expert in your condition so you get the information you need. And we don’t use third-party doctors. All of our doctors are part of our medical staff, so you can feel confident in their knowledge.

  • Your team

    We understand that you have questions and concerns. Our nurse coordinator and doctor will work together to answer your questions and guide you through the process. We’ll get you the answers you need quickly — on average, within a week of collecting your medical records.

  • Our expertise

    You don't have to be in Los Angeles or even California to take advantage of the Virtual Second Opinion service. The program is available in most states. We're as close and convenient as your smartphone or laptop.

Meet our doctors

Get to know a few of the doctors who participate in Cedars-Sinai’s Virtual Second Opinion program.

  • Leveraging the world’s experts for your path forward

    Joanna Chikwe, MD

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  • Guiding patients through complex, high-risk surgeries

    Pedro Catarino, MD

    2 of 3

  • Focusing on the individual

    Sumeet S. Chugh, MD

    3 of 3

Our expertise

After you complete the virtual second opinion process, your options may include:

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    Surgical Intervention

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    Non-Surgical Integrated Care

  • 3

    Innovative Treatments

  1. Surgical Intervention

    At Cedars-Sinai, our surgeons offer expert care across complex conditions. Sub-specialized across surgical categories such as minimally invasive, robotic and general surgeries, our providers can guide you through the most effective and appropriate surgical options.

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  2. Non-Surgical Integrated Care

    Complex conditions often require an integrated approach that varies person to person. Our team works to understand your comprehensive health, and how all factors contribute to care recommendations, including medication management, non-surgical interventions, and alternative approaches.

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  3. Innovative Treatments

    Cedars-Sinai is one of the leading institutes for competitive research funding from the National Institutes of Health. Including clinical trials and innovative treatments across 24 distinct areas of care our teams translate discoveries into successful treatments with global impact.

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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.