Virtual Second Opinion for Astrocytoma
Get a Virtual Second Opinion for astrocytoma from the cancer care specialists at Cedars-Sinai. As one of the nation’s top-ranked teams, we provide insights into diagnoses and treatment options to help you make informed decisions about your care, all from the comfort of your home.
- Concierge record collection
- Personalized Virtual Second Opinion report
- Optional virtual education session
Meet our world-class specialists
A Virtual Second Opinion for astrocytoma includes matching you to an expert doctor whose expertise best fits your needs.
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Vice Chair, Neurosurgical Oncology in the Department of Neurosurgery
John Yu, MD
Specialty
Neurosurgery
Experience
25+Years
Education
Harvard Medical School
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Associate Professor, Neurosurgery
Ray Chu, MD
Specialty
Neurosurgery
Experience
15+Years
Education
University of California, San Diego Medical Center
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Director, Center for Neurosurgical Outcomes Research
Chirag G. Patil, MD
Specialty
Neurosurgery
Experience
Education
Completed Residency, Stanford Hospital and Clinics
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Staff Physician
David Bonda, MD
Specialty
Neurosurgery
Experience
Education
Completed Fellowship, Pediatric Neurosurgery, University of Washington
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.
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.
You're in good hands
Highly ranked in the U.S.
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.