Second Opinions for Pediatric Neurosurgery

If you’re considering neurosurgery for your child, we provide expert guidance and care. The Pediatric Neurosurgery Program at Children’s Hospital Colorado is one of the top-ranked neurosurgery programs in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

Our team is made up of renowned surgeons and has decades of experience focusing solely on caring for children. Whether you’re seeking more information about traumatic injuries and brain tumors, or you want to explore options for facial or skull conditions, we offer comprehensive care for all types of disorders affecting the skull and nervous system.

How to request a second opinion from the Pediatric Neurosurgery Program

Our Pediatric Neurosurgery Program offers two options for getting a second opinion from our pediatric providers: in-person and virtual.

In-person second opinions

Getting a second opinion from our experts is easy. Just call us at 720-777-6100 to schedule an appointment.

Virtual second opinions

Our virtual second opinions allow you to get an evaluation from our experts, no matter where you live. Simply fill out our virtual second opinion request form below and a nurse will contact you to gather your child’s health information, walk you through the virtual second opinion process and schedule a virtual consultation with the best specialist for your child. A virtual second opinion costs $750.

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Why request a second opinion from the Pediatric Neurosurgery Program?

Children’s Colorado has the most comprehensive pediatric neurosurgery program in the Rocky Mountain region. Our fellowship-trained and board-certified neurosurgeons have achieved worldwide recognition for their advanced treatments, research and compassionate care. Our Neurosurgery Program works closely with internationally known specialists throughout our hospital, including those in our Craniofacial Program, Spina Bifida and Spinal Cord Injuries Clinic, Neuro-Oncology Program, Surgical Oncology Program and more.

What specialties or programs offer a neurosurgery second opinion?

The Pediatric Neurosurgery Program offers second opinions for all the conditions we treat.

If you have questions about getting a second opinion for a specific condition, please call us at 720-777-6100.

How should I prepare for my neurosurgery second opinion call?

More information helps our experts provide a more accurate diagnosis. Please bring notes, images and any other information you got from your first opinion.

Meet our pediatric neurosurgery second opinion providers

Connecting with our most experienced and qualified pediatric neurosurgery experts will give you confidence in your child’s treatment plan. After your initial informational phone call, our team will decide which doctor is best for your child to see for their in-person or virtual second opinion appointment.

Where will my child be seen for their in-person appointment?

Children getting an in-person second opinion at the Pediatric Neurosurgery Program will be seen at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado.

If you have any more questions about second opinions for neurosurgery, we can help. Call us at 720-777-6100.

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