Second Opinion Service · London Bridge Hospital

Unsure About Your
Diagnosis or Treatment Plan?

A second opinion is not doubt. It is intelligence. If you have received a thoracic diagnosis, been told surgery is not possible, or are uncertain about a recommended treatment plan — an independent expert review can make a significant difference. Virtual consultations within 24 hours. Self-referrals welcome. For a lung cancer second opinion specifically, see the dedicated lung cancer second opinion page.

Last reviewed: May 2026 · Dr Lawrence Okiror FRCS(CTh) FRCSEd(CTh) · GMC 6150382

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When to seek one

You have received a thoracic diagnosis and are uncertain. Surgery has been recommended and you want confirmation. You have been told surgery is not possible. A treatment plan does not feel right. A second opinion is standard good care.

Format & access

Virtual within 24 hours. In-person at London Bridge Hospital within 2–3 days. Self-referrals welcome. Bring CT and PET scans, biopsy results, MDT letters, and letters from your current treating team.

What you receive

An independent clinical assessment from a surgeon performing 153 lung cancer operations in 2024–25 with a 99.59% operative survival rate — with confirmation, alternative options, or a curative pathway not yet explored. Written report within 48–72 hours.

When It Matters Most

When to Seek a
Second Opinion

A second surgical opinion can make a significant difference to your diagnosis, treatment plan, and outcome. Dr Okiror welcomes patients from across the UK and internationally — including patients who have been turned down for surgery or told that curative treatment is not possible elsewhere.

Complex does not always mean inoperable. Combined surgical and oncological approaches have enabled patients with advanced disease to receive treatment with genuinely curative intent. Dr Okiror will always take the time to assess your individual case fully and give an honest answer.

Second opinion consultations are available by video or telephone, often within 24 hours. Please bring any available scans, pathology reports, and letters from previous consultants.

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Full specialist page Lung Cancer & Lung Nodules

For a detailed second opinion on lung cancer diagnosis, staging, surgical options, and whether a lung-sparing operation is possible. Full clinical review process, patient concerns, and credentials.

Full lung cancer second opinion →
Mesothelioma & Chest Cancers

Independent specialist review of diagnosis, staging, and all management options for mesothelioma, pleural malignancy, and other thoracic cancers. Pleural disease page →

International Patients

Patients from the Middle East, Africa, and beyond — video consultation within 24 hours. Scans shared digitally. No need to travel until a plan is confirmed and travel is worthwhile.

“Told Surgery Isn’t Possible?”

If you have been told that surgery or curative treatment is not an option, contact Dr Okiror before accepting that conclusion. Combined surgical and oncological approaches have enabled patients with advanced disease to receive treatment with genuinely curative intent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About
Second Opinions

The most common questions patients ask about seeking a second surgical opinion. For lung cancer specifically, see the detailed lung cancer second opinion page.

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Or call Jo Mitchelson:
020 7952 2882

When should I seek a second opinion on a thoracic diagnosis?
Any patient who has received a diagnosis of lung cancer, been recommended major surgery, or been told that surgery is not possible should consider a second opinion before committing to a treatment plan. A second opinion is a standard part of good oncological care and your medical team should support your right to seek one.
Can Dr Okiror give a second opinion if I live outside London?
Yes. Virtual second opinion appointments are available within 24 hours. Dr Okiror reviews CT scans, PET reports, pathology findings, and MDT letters remotely — no travel is needed for the initial review. International patients are also welcome. If further assessment or treatment is recommended, you would then arrange to come to London.
Do I need my GP to refer me for a second opinion?
No. You can self-refer directly. Please bring or send your CT and PET scan images, any biopsy results, pathology reports, and letters from your current treating team. Dr Okiror will review all available information and give you a clear, independent assessment.
What if Dr Okiror agrees with the original recommendation?
This is a common and valuable outcome. Confirmation from an independent specialist provides significant reassurance and helps you proceed with treatment with greater confidence. Where there is agreement, Dr Okiror will explain clearly why the original recommendation is sound and what to expect from that pathway.
What happens if I need surgery after a second opinion?
If your second opinion confirms that surgery is the right step, you do not have to join a waiting list. London Bridge Hospital was the first private provider in Europe to offer ION robotic bronchoscopy in routine clinical practice. The pathway from consultation to operation can be completed in days. See the integrated lung cancer pathway →
Next Step

A clear answer.
Within days.

Video and telephone consultations available within 24 hours. In-person within 2–3 days. Self-referrals welcome. All enquiries handled with complete discretion.

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Jo Mitchelson, Private PA  · 020 7952 2882 · pa@lungsurgeon.co.uk

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