Get a Written Medical Second Opinion from a Doctor, from the Comfort of Your Home, with Ease. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, part of the University of Miami Health System, is ranked the number one eye hospital in the United States. Our written medical second opinions for international patients provide extra peace of mind – and you never need to leave home.
Conditions We Cover
If you need an ophthalmology written medical second opinion for a glaucoma diagnosis, corneal disease, or another vision issue, our eye doctors are here for you.
This includes specialty evaluations for eye injuries and medical conditions such as optic nerve disease, Graves' disease, diabetic retinopathy, and more. Our team can also address different corneal conditions that may cause hard-to-treat symptoms like blurry vision, dry eye, and other challenges.
Through our written medical second opinion services, our focus is to help you improve your vision, prevent blindness, and enhance your quality of life. Our areas of expertise include:
- Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
- Amblyopia (lazy eye)
- Choroidal melanoma
- Congenital cataracts
- Congenital eye diseases
- Congenital lacrimal anomalies
- Corneal degeneration
- Corneal diseases
- Corneal dystrophies
- Corneal infections
- Corneal transplants
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Exophthalmos
- Eye surgery
- Glaucoma
- Graves Syndrome
- Inherited retinal diseases
- Keratoconus
- Macular surgery (ERM, macular hole, VMT)
- Neuro-ophthalmology
- Ocular mycosis or fungus infections
- Ocular tumors
- Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery
- Optic neuritis
- Orbital fractures
- Retina artery and vein occlusions
- Retinal detachment
- Retinitis pigmentosa
- Retinoblastoma
- Retinopathy of the premature (ROP)
- Stargardt disease
- Strabismus
- Usher syndrome
- Uveitis
Meet Your Team
Costs and Timelines
The exact costs and time to receive your written medical second opinion can vary based on your individual case. In general, you can expect the following.
- Cost: $1,500 (no insurance accepted)
- Timeline: You can expect to receive your written medical second opinion report within 10 business days of receiving the acceptance letter. It may take longer depending on the doctor and any extra review services that may be needed.
Records You’ll Need
Please note that you must submit all records in English. You are responsible for the cost of any translation services that may be needed. We may also request additional records as needed.
Clinical and Other Records Needed
Please plan to submit the following records:
- List of known or current eye conditions/diseases
- Records of latest visual acuity measurements (vision with and without glasses)
- Prescription of latest glasses or contact lens
- Clinical notes and any relevant findings of last eye examination
- Past and last known intraocular pressure measurement (IOP)
- Medications, oral and topical
- Past or current treatments for condition (intravitreal injection type and dates, etc.)
- Pertinent laboratory, pathology, or genetic testing
- All clinical notes, surgical or procedure notes, and/or referral letters for consulting provider or referral letters for consulting provider
Imaging Records and Reports Needed
We will also ask you to provide the latest images WITH reports, depending on the presumptive diagnosis, including:
- Pictures of the eye
- Slit lamp photography
- Confocal microscopy
- Topography (corneal mapping)
- Fundus photography (pictures of the back of the eye)
- OCT (Cornea)
- OCT (Retina)
- OCT (Optic Disc)
- OCT (Macula)
- OCT (Ganglion Cells)
- Any other type of OCT
- Visual fields of any type
- Ophthalmic ultrasound
Why Choose UHealth?
Proven expertise. The Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is a global leader in eye care, vision research, and ophthalmology education. We’ve maintained our Best in Ophthalmology ranking by U.S. News & World Report 24 times and counting.
Cutting-edge care. Through our research and clinical trials, we’re at the forefront of innovation. This enables us to bring the latest discoveries and insights to our diagnoses and treatment recommendations.
Patient-centered focus. We’re committed to providing compassionate, quality care to each individual. When you come to us for a written medical second opinion, your needs always come first.
Ready to Request Your Written Medical Second Opinion?
The first step in seeking a written medical second opinion is to submit your request.
Have Questions?
If you have any questions or need assistance at any point, please contact your International Coordination Team at 305-243-9100, Monday through Friday from 8:30AM to 5:00PM (U.S. Eastern Standard Time) or via the MyUHealthChart messaging system.