Second Opinion Rheumatology

Have you visited a rheumatology provider but you want a convenient, thorough second opinion? If you’re coping with a disease of the joints, muscles, bones, or tendons, see Dr. Carmen Gota, MD, a highly experienced rheumatologist at SlimWell, a virtual weight-loss and rheumatology practice based in Richmond Heights, Ohio. Serving adults living in Ohio, Wyoming, Nevada, Utah and Colorado, the practice provides expert rheumatic disease diagnoses and treatment options. They give you peace of mind moving forward with the treatment plan of your choice. To book an appointment, call the practice today or reach out online.

What is second opinion rheumatology?

Rheumatology is a subspecialty of internal medicine that treats diseases of the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. Dr. Gota can diagnose and treat conditions like arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, collagen diseases, and common athletic injuries. 

Other rheumatic diseases Dr. Gota can offer second opinions on are:

• Celiac disease
• Crohn’s disease
• Ulcerative colitis
• Graves’ disease
• Lupus
• Multiple sclerosis
• Polymyalgia rheumatica
• Psoriasis
• Sjögren’s syndrome
• Type 1 diabetes
• Vitiligo

You may want a second opinion from Dr. Gota if you’ve received a diagnosis and treatment plan from another provider.

What are the benefits of second opinion rheumatology?

You may benefit from a second opinion on a rheumatologic disease if you've recently received a new diagnosis or your condition has changed or is deteriorating. 

You may also want peace of mind or new advice after another provider recommends surgery or an invasive treatment, or if you’re preparing for impending surgery. 

A second opinion from Dr. Gota can help you better understand your diagnosis, provide additional information, give you innovative therapy ideas, and help you feel more informed and at ease about your decisions. 

Often, a second opinion can also restore your confidence in your existing physician’s treatment plan. 

Fortunately, SlimWell makes getting a second opinion convenient. The practice can get you in right away to see Dr. Gota, and with the benefit of doing the appointment remotely, from the comfort of your home. 

How does second opinion rheumatology work? 

Before requesting a second opinion appointment, you should retrieve your health records and medication list from your other physician. If you have a current treatment plan or images from X-rays or scans, you can also share that information with SlimWell. 

Dr. Gota reviews your case and then forms a second opinion before your telehealth visit. She walks you through this analysis in your virtual session. You can ask helpful questions, such as:

• What type of condition do I have? 
• How many people with the same condition have you treated?
• What are the treatment choices and what do you recommend? 
• What are the benefits of each treatment option? 
• What are the risks and side effects? 
• Are there any clinical trials I’m a candidate for and what’s your experience with them? 

If you’re looking for an expert and timely second opinion about your rheumatic disease, call SlimWell today or schedule an appointment online.