These questions can help you decide if a doctor is the right one for you.
- How much experience (or how many years of experience) do you have treating people with brain or spine tumors?
- How many people with brain or spine tumors do you treat each year?
- How many people have you treated with my specific diagnosis?
- What is your specialty?
- What are your credentials, such as M.D. (Doctor of Medicine) or Ph.D. (doctorate in an academic area)?
- Did you participate in a fellowship or specialized training in neuro-oncology?
- Are you board certified?
- Do you have any additional certifications?
- What other health care specialists (doctors, nurses, or social workers) are part of my care team?
- Should I get a second opinion on my diagnosis and/or treatment?
We encourage you to print these questions and bring them with you to your appointment.
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