What specialties or programs offer a second opinion?
The specialists you will see depend on your child’s diagnosis. Some of the programs that commonly provide second opinions include:
Learn more about our pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology programs. Or, see a list of the digestive conditions we treat.
At Children’s Colorado, we involve multiple pediatric specialists to care for all aspects of a child’s health. This is called multidisciplinary care. Though your journey may start with pediatric gastroenterology or hepatology, we will be able to consult with other specialists as needed.
If you have a question about a second opinion for a specific condition, please call us at 720-777-6669.
What should I prepare before my second opinion call?
During your initial inquiry over the phone, we’ll ask you to provide contact information and details about your child’s health history. Please have the following information ready:
Patient and contact information
- Patient name
- Patient date of birth
- Address
- Name of parent/guardian
- Your child’s primary care doctor or pediatrician’s name and contact information including phone number, address and email, if known
- Insurance information (name, group, member ID)
- Phone number and alternate emergency phone number
- Email address
We’ll also ask for details about your child’s health history and where they have received medical care.
Clinical information
- A summary or description of your child’s disease, diagnosis and symptoms
- Your child’s GI specialty provider name and contact information (if applicable)
- A complete list of locations where your child has previously received or is currently receiving care related to this concern
- Your goals for the second opinion evaluation
We’ll also discuss what information and records we will need prior to your child’s appointment. Our team is available to guide you throughout the process.
Where will my child be seen for their in-person appointment?
We see many patients at our hospital on Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. We also offer pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology services at other Children’s Colorado locations in the Denver Metro and Colorado Springs areas. We will work with you to find an appointment time and location that is most convenient for your family.
See a list of Digestive Health Institute locations.
Get answers to questions about second opinions at Children’s Colorado