How It Works

How it works

Your Path to Clarity

Getting a second medical opinion should be straightforward, and with OpinionMD, it is. We’ve designed our process to be quick, confidential, and easy to follow so you can focus on what matters most: your health.

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Submit Your Request

Use our secure online form to tell us about your medical concern.

You can upload your medical records, test results, or imaging to give our healthcard provider the full picture.

Why this matters:

The more details you provide, the more accurate and tailored your medical opinion will be.

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Expert Matching

Once we receive your request, our team will match your case with a healthcard provider who has expertise in your specific condition or concern.

Why this matters:

You’re not getting a generic response, you’re getting insights from a healthcare provider who truly understands your case.

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Receive Your Medical Opinion

Within the agreed turnaround time, you’ll receive a clear, written medical opinion that explains:

  • Your current diagnosis (if applicable)
  • Treatment options and their potential benefits and risks
  • Recommendations for next steps
Why this matters:

Our goal is to help you feel informed, confident, and prepared to discuss your options with your primary care provider.

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Follow-Up Questions

If you have additional questions after reviewing your second opinion, we offer follow-up consultations.

This ensures you understand the recommendations and feel comfortable making your health decisions.

Why this matters:

Healthcare can be complex. We’re here to help make it clear.

What You Can Expect from Start to Finish

Confidentiality

Your health information is private,
and never shared without your consent.

Speed

Most opinions are delivered within days,
not weeks.

Clarity

Medical terms are explained in plain language so you can truly understand
your options.

Support

Our team is available throughout the process to answer questions and
guide you.

Frequently Asked Questions

A second medical opinion is an independent review of your diagnosis or treatment plan by a healthcard provider. It can confirm your current plan, suggest alternatives, or provide additional clarity. Many patients choose to get a second opinion to feel confident before making important health decisions.

You can request a medical opinion by completing our secure online form and uploading any relevant medical records, lab results, or imaging. Once submitted, our team matches your case to a healthcard provider with expertise in your condition. Our process is available to both Canadian and international patients.

All medical opinions are provided by physicians specializing in your medical concern. We match you with a healthcare provider who has the right specialty and experience to review your case in detail, whether you are in Canada or abroad.

Yes. OpinionMD protects your personal health information, in compliance with PHIPA (Personal Health Information Protection Act). Your information is never shared without your explicit consent, regardless of whether you are a local or international patient.

Most standard requests are completed within 3–5 business days. Expedited services are available if you need your medical opinion within 1–2 business days.

Yes. We serve both domestic and international patients.

No. Our service is designed to support, not replace, your current healthcare provider. You can use our written medical opinion to guide discussions with your healthcare provider or specialist, no matter where you live.

OpinionMD does not provide all medical services, subspecialty care, or advanced diagnostic or procedural treatments. Our services are not intended for emergency or urgent medical conditions. Depending on the nature and complexity of your condition, additional investigations or involvement of other healthcare professionals may be required.

As part of your second opinion, our providers may recommend:

  • Referral to a medical or surgical specialist
  • Consultation with internal medicine or allied health practitioners
  • Further diagnostic testing not available on site
  • Ongoing management by your primary care provider or treating specialist

This service is designed to support informed decision-making and patient understanding. It is most effective when used alongside an ongoing relationship with a primary healthcare provider who can coordinate and implement care. We encourage patients to share their second-opinion recommendations with their primary care provider or treating specialist to ensure continuity, coordination, and safe follow-up care. Patients should not delay or discontinue medical treatment while awaiting or following a second opinion.

If you are experiencing chest pain, shortness of breath, severe symptoms, or a life-threatening emergency, do not use this service. Please call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency department or Hospital.