Urology second opinion
in Vienna

When is a second opinion useful?

A cancer diagnosis or a recommendation for major surgery raises questions: Is the treatment really necessary? Are there gentler alternatives? Is the proposed operation the right one? An independent second assessment gives you certainty – and in many cases confirms the existing plan.

As an academic urologist specialising in urologic oncology and a member of a European Association of Urology (EAU) guidelines panel, I assess your results against the current state of evidence – without conflict of interest, because I do not need to treat you.

Newly diagnosed prostate, bladder, kidney or testicular cancer Choosing between surgery, radiotherapy and active surveillance A recommendation to remove the bladder, kidney or prostate An unclear PSA trend or a suspicious MRI Recurrent bladder tumour despite treatment Symptoms that persist after treatment

How the second opinion works

You book an appointment and bring your documents: doctors' letters, blood results, pathology report, and MRI, CT or PET images on CD or as a link. I review the results in advance, assess the imaging myself and take enough time in the practice to go through every option with you.

At the end you receive a clear assessment: which treatments are in line with the guidelines, what their advantages and disadvantages are, and what I would recommend in your situation. On request I summarise this in writing. You then decide freely where and by whom you want to be treated.

Patients from abroad are welcome – consultations are held in English, Italian or German.

What to bring

01.
Reports and doctors' letters

Discharge letters, outpatient reports, the pathology report from your biopsy or surgery and all blood results – especially your PSA trend over the years.

02.
Images, not just reports

MRI, CT or PET scans on CD or as a download link. I assess the images myself; the written report alone is often not enough.

03.
Medication list and medical history

Your current medication and relevant conditions influence which treatment is suitable for you.

04.
Your questions

Note in advance what you want to know – for example about continence, erectile function, time off work or alternatives. That way nothing is left open.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a referral?

No. As a private practice, you can book directly. You receive an invoice that you can submit to your insurer.

Will my treating doctor be offended?

No – a second opinion is standard in oncology and explicitly encouraged by the guidelines. On request I coordinate with your existing treatment team.

How quickly can I get an appointment?

With a new cancer diagnosis I do my best to see you within a few days. Book online or call.

Can you also take over the treatment?

Yes, if you wish. I offer robotic surgery, laser procedures and follow-up myself – but the second opinion commits you to nothing.

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