You have the right to obtain a second opinion. With respect to a pathology second opinion, you have the right to select the pathologist who you want to review your microscopic (biopsy) slides. With your signed release, the primary pathologist must send your pathology material (slides, paraffin blocks, & reports) to the second opinion consultant of your choice. It is courteous to advise your doctor; however, you do not need your doctor's permission to obtain a second opinion. Do not let your doctor talk you out of getting a second opinion or of sending the slides to the expert of your choice. Do not be intimidated, embarrassed or overwhelmed by your doctor-- a confident doctor will support your desire to obtain a second opinion.