SPECIALTIES

Expert second opinions across major medical specialties.

Every case is reviewed by a board-certified specialist with direct expertise in your condition — not a generalist, not an algorithm.

WHAT WE PROVIDE

A complete specialist review, designed around your case.

Philomedix provides independent medical second opinions for patients facing complex diagnoses, treatment decisions, or uncertainty about next steps.

Medical Second Opinion — What Every Case Includes

  • Full review of medical records and imaging
  • Diagnosis interpretation and clarification
  • Treatment plan evaluation
  • Alternative options where clinically appropriate
  • Key questions for your treating physician
  • Structured written expert opinion
  • Optional secure video consultation
  • Ongoing coordination support
All opinions are advisory and intended to support — not replace — your treating physician.
SPECIALTIES

Choose your area of concern.

Our network covers major medical fields where specialist input can make a meaningful difference in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient confidence.

Cardiology

Coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, heart failure, valve disorders, cardiomyopathy, and pre-surgical cardiac risk evaluation.

Oncology

Cancer diagnosis review, treatment pathway evaluation, chemotherapy protocol assessment, staging review, and surgical option clarification.

Neurology

Stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, movement disorders, and complex neurological presentations.

Orthopedics

Joint conditions, spinal disorders, sports injuries, degenerative disease, and evaluation of surgical versus conservative management.

Pulmonology

COPD, asthma, interstitial lung disease, chronic respiratory conditions, and pre-surgical pulmonary assessment.

Rare Diseases

Complex, undiagnosed, or ultra-rare conditions requiring focused subspecialty or multi-specialty input.
DETAILS BY SPECIALTY

What each review can include.

Cardiology
Cases we review:
Arrhythmias, coronary artery disease, valve disorders, heart failure, cardiomyopathy.
Documents needed:

ECG, echocardiogram, cardiac MRI/CT, angiography reports, blood tests, medication list.

Reviewed by:

Senior cardiology specialist with relevant subspecialty expertise.

Typical turnaround:
3–5 business days from complete submission.
Cases we review:

Diagnosis confirmation, staging, treatment pathway review, second-line options, and surgical candidacy.

Documents needed:

Pathology report, imaging, biopsy results, blood tests, treatment history, and oncology notes.

Reviewed by:

Senior oncology specialist matched to tumour type and treatment context.

Typical turnaround:
3–5 business days from complete submission.
Cases we review:

Stroke, epilepsy, MS, Parkinson’s disease, movement disorders, and complex neurological symptoms.

Documents needed:

MRI/CT brain or spine, EEG/EMG where available, neurology notes, medication list, and lab results.

Reviewed by:

Senior neurology specialist with relevant subspecialty experience.

Typical turnaround:
3–5 business days from complete submission.
Cases we review:

Joint pain, spine conditions, sports injuries, degenerative disease, and surgical vs conservative options.

Documents needed:

X-ray, MRI/CT, orthopedic notes, physiotherapy history, and previous surgical reports.

Reviewed by:

Senior orthopedic specialist matched to the affected area and condition type.

Typical turnaround:
3–5 business days from complete submission.
Cases we review:

COPD, asthma, interstitial lung disease, chronic cough, respiratory failure, and pre-surgical pulmonary risk.

Documents needed:

CT chest, spirometry, pulmonary function tests, blood gases where available, and medication list.

Reviewed by:

Senior pulmonology specialist with relevant clinical expertise.

Typical turnaround:
3–5 business days from complete submission.
Cases we review:

Unexplained symptoms, complex diagnoses, genetic findings, and rare or multi-system conditions.

Documents needed:

Previous specialist reports, genetic testing, imaging, lab results, clinical timeline, and family history where relevant.

Reviewed by:

Senior specialist or multi-specialty review pathway depending on the case.

Typical turnaround:
3–5 business days from complete submission.
beyond the list

Don’t see your specialty listed?

Philomedix can review cases across a broader range of subspecialties beyond those shown here. If your condition is not listed, our coordination team can assess your case and advise whether the right specialist review is available.

You do not have to navigate a complex medical decision alone.