Hi everyone,
My PCP just okayed me to go get a second opinion for my scoliosis (55 degree thoracolumbar curve). I'm pretty sure I would have the surgery with Dr. Tribus in Madison, Wisconsin, but I am wondering how to approach my "2nd opinion surgeon."
Do I tell him that I am seeing him to seek another opinion? OR, is it better just to give him the x-rays, say that I'm considering surgery and see what he says? Is it typical protocol to tell him/her other surgeons you have seen?
I would appreciate advice! Thank you.
My PCP just okayed me to go get a second opinion for my scoliosis (55 degree thoracolumbar curve). I'm pretty sure I would have the surgery with Dr. Tribus in Madison, Wisconsin, but I am wondering how to approach my "2nd opinion surgeon."
Do I tell him that I am seeing him to seek another opinion? OR, is it better just to give him the x-rays, say that I'm considering surgery and see what he says? Is it typical protocol to tell him/her other surgeons you have seen?
I would appreciate advice! Thank you.
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