Expert Pathology Review - Second Opinion for Biopsy Diagnosis
The Israeli Pathology Second Opinion Center provides expert re-evaluation of biopsy samples by senior pathologists in Israel and the United States.
Our goal is to ensure diagnostic accuracy, reduce rare but significant errors, and help patients make well-informed treatment decisions.
Medical Evidence: Impact of Second Opinion Pathology
Virchows Archiv (2022):
A second pathology review of prostate biopsies changed clinical management in 34% of cases.
Life (2023):
Second opinion in melanoma diagnosis altered treatment recommendations in 15% of patients.
Virchows Archiv (2019):
Second review of colorectal cancer biopsies changed the diagnosis in 10% of cases.
Cancers (2024):
Second pathology evaluation of sarcoma modified the clinical picture in 31% of cases.
Professional Services
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Expert pathology review by senior pathologists in Israel and the USA
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Assistance in identifying the appropriate subspecialty expert
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Guidance in obtaining reimbursement from Israeli private insurance companies
The Importance of a Pathology Second Opinion
A second pathology review can identify diagnostic discrepancies that may directly influence treatment planning.
An experienced pathologist re-examines the tissue slides, immunohistochemical stains, and the original report, providing a clear, accurate, and updated diagnosis.
Areas of Expertise
Since 2012, we have collaborated with leading pathologists in Israel and abroad, with extensive experience in complex diagnostic cases and pathology re-evaluation.
We provide second opinion pathology reviews in the following fields:
Soft Tissue and Bone Pathology
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Sarcomas and soft tissue tumors
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Bone tumors
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Dermatopathology and melanoma
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Prostate biopsies
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General oncologic pathology and complex malignancies
Solid Organ Oncology Pathology
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Breast pathology
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Pancreas and gastrointestinal pathology (including colon cancer)
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Liver and biliary pathology
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Lung and thoracic pathology
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Kidney and bladder pathology
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Gynecologic pathology
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Central nervous system tumors
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Hematopathology (lymphomas and leukemias)
Who Performs the Review
Second opinion evaluations are conducted by senior pathologists in Israel and the United States, with extensive experience in complex and challenging diagnostic cases.
Who May Benefit from a Second Opinion
Patients seeking to confirm the accuracy of their biopsy diagnosis,
and physicians requiring additional pathology verification before determining treatment.