Recent research and current trends in medical practice point to the paramount importance of obtaining a second opinion for cancer diagnoses. A number of studies conducted over the past five years have overwhelmingly found that not only is it crucial to obtain a second medical opinion from cancer specialists, but also from experts in related fields before beginning any type of cancer treatment.

In fact, an increasing number of medical centers have inaugurated second opinion boards where specialists from a variety of cancer-related fields convene to study patient cases, review treatment options, discuss possible interpretive differences regarding test results or diagnoses, or divergent medical opinions. For example, a very realistic diagnostic discord could consist in one surgeon electing a specifically aggressive and invasive treatment path, while another could perceive the cancer to be entirely inoperable. These types of divergent opinions are not uncommon in view of the fact that diagnosing cancer is not as explicit an exercise as is commonly perceived. Following a biopsy procedure, the difference between malignant cells and non-malignant cells is not necessarily dramatically different. This leaves a rather heightened possibility of discordant diagnoses delivered by physicians. A recent study reported in the journal Cancer found that about 12% of cancer patients in the United States are victims of an initial misdiagnosis. With rates of misdiagnosis being so astonishingly high, and new cases being reported every day, an independent medical review could be exceptionally vital in saving a patients’ time, money, or even life.

Even beyond the aforementioned case, obtaining a second opinion does not necessarily have to reflect a situation of disagreement between doctor and patient, but should rather be understood as an imperative precautionary measure. Requesting online medical advice with Activ Doctors is exceptionally simple, and means that a team of experts reviews all pertinent documentation related to the initial diagnosis, or lack thereof. When prompt intervention is prescribed by a physician, and patients find themselves with insufficient mobility or at an incapacitating geographical distance from any expert able to furnish an independent review, Activ Doctors Online virtually eliminates this concern. Additionally, patients can obtain a Second Opinion report within just 48 hours of submitting their medical records. If getting one can save a life, perhaps it’s time for people turn on their computers.
About Activ Doctors Online

Activ Doctors Online (Activ Doctors Consult, LLC) is a leading provider of online Personal Health Records. With an innovative Online Medical Records system and a Second Medical Opinion consultation network of over 700 international specialists, the individuals, physicians, and corporations they serve can enjoy improved health care beyond basic EMR. To learn more about Activ Doctors Online, visit activdoctorsonline.com

January 5, 2010 – Activ Doctors Online is reporting a growing trend in requests for their Online Second Medical Opinion consultations. Recent healthcare reform implemented by the Obama administration has rapidly changed the healthcare industry and the way care is delivered to the patient.  The use of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) software in physician practices has surged in the recent months, instigated by government stimulus for EMR adoption – patients have become increasingly comfortable with online medical record storage, as well as care delivered through the internet.

Seeking a second medical opinion can allow patients to acquire new information regarding a medical condition, and possibly new, less invasive, or less expensive options for treatment. It can also provide the peace of mind that the treatment prescribed is the right one for them, as well as help save time and money by avoiding the need for any unnecessary diagnostic testing, the event of a misdiagnosis, or even surgery.

However, numbers show that the possibility of obtaining a medical second opinion as a tool to optimize health care is often overlooked by patients. A recent Gallup poll concluded that the vast majority of Americans take their doctor’s advice without ever seeking a second opinion. In fact, only 29% of Americans surveyed felt that it was necessary to check for a second opinion or to do their own research on the topic.

Access to this new area of healthcare is easy and straightforward, in accordance with the main goals of the company’s founder.  “I have a vision,” says Florent Monssoh, founder and CEO of Activ Doctors Online. “Imagine a world where anyone, anywhere, can get a second medical opinion from world-class physicians in only 48 hours. Where all of your medical records are stored online, so they can be accessed right when you need them, no matter where you are. Where you are more than well – you are well prepared. That is my vision. And that’s the keystone of Activ Doctors Online. That’s why I’m here. I want to help my people. And I have amassed a team of over a thousand of the best physicians in the world to do just that.”

Highly sophisticated online consultation programs allow patients to request second medical opinions from networks of world-class specialists, available to review their online medical advice and provide an assessment that a first specialist perhaps could not, or did not consider – bringing patients alternative treatment options.

About Activ Doctors Online

Activ Doctors Online (Activ Doctors Consult, LLC) is a leading provider of online Personal Health Records.  With an innovative Online Medical Records system and a Second Medical Opinion consultation network of over 700 international specialists, the individuals, physicians, and corporations they serve can enjoy improved health care beyond basic EMR.  To learn more about Activ Doctors Online, visit their website at www.activdoctorsonline.com.

August 30, 2010 (Miami, FL) – Activ Doctors Online, Electronic Medical Records innovator and developer of Second Medical Opinion online physician consultation, has recently launched a new website allowing patients to securely log in worldwide and view their medical records or request a second opinion from a network of specialists.  With plans available for individuals, doctors’ offices, and corporations, www.activdoctorsonline.com – developed by Medical Web Experts – goes beyond traditional EMR services by providing independent, EMR-enabled online medical consultations.

Beyond traditional medical practice EMR services, Online Medical Records from Activ Doctors Online provides an easy, secure, and organized way to store medical records.  The innovative system allows patients to consolidate and store their medical records online, manage past and current medications, track their health history, and have online consultations with a network of world-class physicians.  The login system is secure, and patients can access their medical records at any time and from any location.  Patients using Activ Doctors Online can lower their medical costs, reduce the risk of diagnostic errors, and prevent unnecessary tests – and because records are stored independently of a health insurance provider, patients need not worry about losing their medical records upon switching insurance companies.

The Online Medical Records system also affords patients access to Second Medical Opinion – an online consultation program allowing patients to request a second opinion from a network of world-class physicians and specialists.  Patients who are unsure or seeking more information about their treatment or their physician’s recommendations can request a consult online; a team of experts in the appropriate specialty will analyze the patient’s medical history and report a conclusion within 48 hours.  In addition to providing patients access to the medical opinions of world-renowned specialists, Second Medical Opinion allows patients to minimize the risk of medical mistakes, save money, save time, and be more active in managing their health.

Activ Doctors Online offers plans for individuals, doctors’ offices, and corporations – giving physicians the opportunity to increase revenue and patient base by providing better and more convenient care as well as allowing corporations to improve productivity, increase employee wellness and satisfaction, and save on health insurance costs.  By allowing patients 24/7 access to their medical records and specialist consults, Activ Doctors Online has made EMR services efficient and convenient.

About Activ Doctors Online
Activ Doctors Online aims to provide world-class medical expertise to help their users make more educated decisions about their healthcare.  With an innovative Online Medical Records system and a Second Medical Opinion consultation network of over 700 international specialists, the individuals, physicians, and corporations they serve can enjoy improved health care beyond basic EMR.  Please visit them online at www.activdoctorsonline.com for more information.

About Medical Web Experts
Medical Web Experts, a wholly owned subsidiary of New Wave Enterprises, LLC, provides innovative web solutions for the health industry.  Specializing in website design, graphic design, internet marketing, and Patient Portal software, Medical Web Experts’ services add a level of professional expertise in healthcare solutions.  For more information, visit www.medicalwebexperts.com.

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