How can someone get a second opinion for vulvar cancer?
There are many ways to get a second opinion. Ask a primary care doctor. A primary doctor may be able to recommend a specialist such as a gynecologic oncologist, medical oncologist, radiation oncologist, or plastic surgeon. Sometimes these doctors work together at cancer centers or programs. Call the Gynecologic Cancer Foundation (GCF) hotline. The number is 1-800-444-4441. They can help callers find a gynecologic oncologist for a second opinion. Or use the “Find a Doctor” tool at the Women’s Cancer Network, www.wcn.org, to search for a gynecologic oncologist by zip code. This site was developed by GCF. Call the National Cancer Institute’s Cancer Information Service. The number is 1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237). They have information about treatment facilities, including cancer centers and other programs supported by the National Cancer Institute. Consult the Official ABMS Directory of Board Certified Medical Specialists. This reference book by the American Board of Medical Specialists
