ALK PositiveSecond Opinion Program
The ALK Positive Second Opinion Program offers a unique opportunity to connect with world-class medical experts in the field of ALK-positive lung cancer.
Patients diagnosed with ALK-positive cancer who face financial barriers to accessing second opinions (care partners may apply on behalf of patient) · The program covers the consultation fee; other associated costs such as travel, accommodation, and additional testing are not included.
From alkpositive.org/living-with-alk/second-opinion-program ↗About this program
The ALK Positive Second Opinion Program is designed to support patients and families seeking clarity, guidance, or validation for their treatment plans. The program provides the cost of a consultation with a leading expert in ALK-positive cancer.
The ALK Positive Second Opinion Program was conceived by a generous ALK Positive member, Jim Peard. and established by the ALK Positive Medical Committee, to provide eligible patients with free access to top-tier oncologists specializing in ALK-positive cancer. This initiative helps patients gain confidence in their treatment plan or explore other therapeutic options tailored to their unique needs.
Get insights from the world's foremost ALK-positive cancer experts affiliated with academic and research institutions.
Patient records are shared with the doctor to facilitate the consultation. Many consultations can be conducted remotely, offering convenience and accessibility, especially for patients who are too unwell to travel, unable to afford accommodations, or unable to take time off work.
Questions
What is the ALK Positive Second Opinion Program?
The ALK Positive Second Opinion Program was conceived by a generous ALK Positive member, Jim Peard. and established by the ALK Positive Medical Committee, to provide eligible patients with free access to top-tier oncologists specializing in ALK-positive cancer. This initiative helps patients gain confidence in their treatment plan or explore other therapeutic options tailored to their unique needs.
Who Can Apply?
This program is open to people navigating ALK-positive cancer who: Is a patient diagnosed with ALK-positive cancer (Care partner may apply on behalf of patient). Face financial barriers to accessing second opinions.
How Does It Work?
Email SOP@alkpositive.org to start the application process. The Second Opinion Program Review Panel will review your application to determine eligibility. If approved, your case will be reviewed by a leading ALK-positive cancer specialist.
Details
- Who
- Patients diagnosed with ALK-positive cancer who face financial barriers to accessing second opinions (care partners may apply on behalf of patient)
- Where
- Online
- Cost
- The program covers the consultation fee; other associated costs such as travel, accommodation, and additional testing are not included.
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