Table 3 Reasons for seeking a second opinion (n = 422 reasons provided by the 344 respondents who obtained a second opinion)
From: Seeking a second medical opinion: composition, reasons and perceived outcomes in Israel
Reasons for seeking a second opinion | n (%) |
|---|---|
I wanted to test the suggested diagnosis with another doctor; I had \doubts about the treatment recommended | 161 (38.1%) |
I was looking for sub-specialist | 82 (19.4%) |
I was unsatisfied from the communication with the doctor, there was no “chemistry”; I felt they didn’t give me enough information and I want a detailed explanation. | 81 (19.2%) |
The previous treatment was ineffective | 65 (15.4%) |
Other reasons | 33 (7.8%) |