second opinion

noun

: advice from a second expert (such as a doctor) to make sure advice from the first such expert is correct
My doctor says I need surgery, but I'm going to get a second opinion.

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Do your research, get a second opinion, and don’t listen to anyone who tells you that your pain or symptoms aren’t real. Sarah Bence, Health, 4 Mar. 2025 Upon seeking a second opinion, Ryan met Julie Brahmer, MD, at John’s Hopkins in Maryland. Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 17 Feb. 2025 In that case, a thermometer could provide a helpful (moderating) second opinion. Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 3 Jan. 2025 The chiropractor then brought in another chiropractor for a second opinion. Charna Flam, People.com, 29 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for second opinion

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“Second opinion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/second%20opinion. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.

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