It Is Suitable For
· Those who need an access to a Japanese physician from anywhere in the world.
· Those who need a second opinion from another doctor in Japan.
· Those who need another treatment strategy from other than their attending physician.
· Those who need a medical information report to get treatments.
· Those who need more suggestions for their treatment options.
What Is Physician's Second Opinion?
This online consultation allows you to get an opinion from a doctor other than your attending physician regarding the details of the diagnosis and treatment policy of the attending physician. With an access to doctors in Japan, you can get an alternative professional opinion, which may help you in finding other treatment options.
This service involves the second physician reviewing your current medical information and you will then be offered a written opinion. All of these will be performed online, which means it's possible for you to get the service from anywhere you are staying at. You should expect to get to hear their second opinion in 3 to 5 days' time.
Physician's Second Opinion Procedure
1. Medical data such as referral or examination document should be uploaded by the patient.
2. Examination and opinion will be given by an experienced Japanese physician.
3. Second opinion will be given to patient in written form.
Advantages and Limitations of Physician's Second Opinion
<Advantages>
· Remote consultation via PC
· Gives suggestions on your possible treatment options
· Practical and easy process from the comfort of your home
· Access to experienced doctors in Japan
· Provides a deeper understanding about your condition
· Involved hospitals have high medical standards
<Limitations>
· Usability may be limited when using smartphone, so patients are recommended to use PC
Required Data
Doctors in this online consultation service may need additional data provided by your current doctor for a better understanding of your condition. This medical data might include:
· Patient referral
· Laboratory data
· X-ray images
· Pathological diagnosis data
· CT / MRI results
· Other reports related
Kurashiki Central Hospital
Second opinion will be sent to and obtained from Kurashiki Central Hospital. It is popularly known in Japan as one of the longest contributing health care in the community as it was established for over 90 years since 1923.
FAQ
Q1: Who will give the second opinion?
A1: This service offers you a second opinion from physicians from multiple departments or specialties at the partner hospitals in Japan. The doctor who is in charge of the second opinion for outpatients, who can also be regarded as the representative from the hospital will respond and give opinions.
Q2: How will the opinion be given to me?
A2: For accuracy measure, the report will be given in writing.
Q3: Can I just use smartphone?
A3: Usability may be impaired if you use a smartphone. It is highly encouraged to use a PC instead.
Q4: I plan on having a replacement Breast Augmentation, will this service support that too?
A4: Kindly note that our affiliated clinic offer second opinion for all medical aspects except the Cosmetic Surgery field.
Clinic Information
[Clinic Name] Medifellow Inc
[Location] Tokyo, Japan
[Nearest Stations / Attractions] Around 5 mins walk from Tameike-sanno Station
[Clinic Opening Time] 24hr online
Tempo di funzionamento |
2 Days or More (Depending on Patients' Condition) |
Tempo di recupero |
None |
Numero di visite postoperatorie |
Not Required |
Ricovero ospedaliero |
Not Required |
Limitazioni |
Patients can get second opinion for any medical issue except for cosmetic surgery |
Altre informazioni |
You are required to fill in the medical history form |
Posizione |
2nd floor of Yoshikawa Building, 2-10-2 Akasaka, Minato-ku , Tokyo 107-0052 |