A considered orthopaedic second opinion
A second opinion can be helpful when a diagnosis, scan finding or treatment recommendation does not yet feel clear. Elite coordinates consultant-led review and relevant subspecialist access around your specific question.
Areas Served
Available to Sussex patients and those needing a coordinated route from further afield.
It does not assume that a previous clinician or plan was wrong; it provides another expert perspective.
Suitable For
- Questions about a proposed procedure or treatment
- Persistent symptoms with an uncertain diagnosis
- Review of existing imaging, letters and treatment history
What a second opinion can add
A second opinion is a chance to revisit the clinical story, records and priorities with consultant judgement. It can clarify what is known, what remains uncertain and whether a different specialist perspective or investigation is clinically appropriate.
It is not a promise that the recommendation will change, nor a substitute for emergency care.
Making existing evidence useful
Elite can coordinate the collection and review of relevant letters and imaging, then facilitate access to the most relevant subspecialist. This can be valuable for recent injury, persistent pain and people unsure which specialist should lead the next conversation.
A good question is often as important as a new test: what is driving symptoms, what are the reasonable options, and what would change the plan?
Fee, insurance and urgent help
The Complete Elite Care Pathway is £495. Investigations, treatment and additional specialist consultations are charged separately. The concierge fee is self-funded and not normally insured; eligible investigations or treatment may be covered subject to insurer authorisation.
Elite is not an emergency department. Use 999/A&E for life-threatening or serious immediate symptoms, and NHS 111 or an urgent NHS service for urgent symptoms that are not life-threatening.
Common Scenarios
Surgery has been discussed
You want to understand the reasoning, alternatives and questions to ask before deciding.
Symptoms do not match the report
Your scan describes changes, but you remain unclear how they relate to your pain and function.
Treatment has not helped
You have tried a plan for a joint, muscle, tendon, back or nerve issue and need a fresh direction.
Complete Elite Care Pathway — £495
Consultant-led assessment, personalised care planning and coordination of appropriate investigations and specialist care. Investigations, treatment and additional specialist consultations are charged separately.
The £495 Elite concierge fee is self-funded and is not normally covered by medical insurance. Eligible specialist consultations, scans and treatment may still be funded by your insurer, subject to your policy and prior authorisation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to disagree with my first opinion?
What should I provide?
How does insurance work?
Can a second opinion handle an emergency?
Will a new scan always be needed?
Consultant Specialists
The Elite network includes verified specialists with particular expertise in this area.
Related Services
Take the next step
Unsure where to begin? Speak with Elite and let us help identify the appropriate next step for your symptoms.
Request a ConsultationPlease do not use this service for medical emergencies.
For life-threatening symptoms or a serious immediate emergency, call 999 or attend the nearest emergency department. For urgent but non-life-threatening symptoms, contact NHS 111 or use an urgent NHS service.