When you or a close one is diagnosed with cancer, one needs to make sure the right advice and the most up to date information is accessible in order to make an informed decision regarding the cancer care for the patient and his/her family moving forward. The following are some of the commonest reasons for taking a second opinion when it comes to cancer: - -You want to be aware of all the possible options. -You are not confident about the diagnosis by your treating clinician. -You have a rare or unusual cancer case. -You have heard about other emerging treatments and want to have more information on it. -Your doctor is not an expert when it comes to specific cancer type. -Your doctor isn’t sure of the stage of the cancer. -Your doctor’s treatment isn’t working or not effective. -Your doctor has informed you that there are no treatment options he/she is aware of for your cancer type. -Your doctor has given you various treatment options to choose from. -Your doctor isn’t clear about his approach or there is breakdown in communication. -You need a detailed explanation to a specific term or treatment process/option. -You just want to be sure on the suggested diagnosis and treatment options. -You want to ensure you are getting the right diagnostic tests done at the right time. -You want to know the risk of developing cancer and precautionary management options, especially if some close family member has been diagnosed with a hereditary cancer. -Suggested by an acquaintance or the insurance company before moving forward with the management of the cancer (treatment /tests /genetic counselling).