Second opinion

A calm, unbiased second opinion

Being told your child may need surgery is unsettling. An independent review helps you proceed with confidence — whatever the decision turns out to be.

Second opinion

A calm, unbiased second opinion

Being told your child may need surgery is unsettling. A second opinion is a considered, independent review of the diagnosis and the options — so you can proceed with confidence, whatever the decision.

Independent review

A fresh, impartial look at the diagnosis, imaging and recommended plan.

Clarity on options

Whether surgery, observation or an alternative approach fits your child best.

No pressure

Honest guidance with no obligation to have any procedure performed here.

How a second opinion works

Step 1

Share the details

Bring or send the current diagnosis, imaging and any recommended plan.

Step 2

Independent review

Dr Pavithra reviews everything carefully and impartially.

Step 3

Clear discussion

You receive a plain-language explanation of the options and trade-offs.

Step 4

Confident decision

You decide with full information — surgery, observation or reassurance.

When a second opinion helps

  • You have been told your child needs surgery and want to be sure
  • The recommended timing or approach is unclear to you
  • You want to understand whether observation is a safe option
  • You would like a specialist's view before proceeding
  • You simply want reassurance from an experienced paediatric surgeon
No obligation to have any procedure performed here.

Request a second opinion

Share your child's diagnosis and reports, and receive an honest, independent review.