For Patients
A diagnosis of heart disease, or a recommendation for a major procedure or surgery, can raise important questions. A second opinion offers an independent, expert review of your diagnosis, treatment recommendations, or surgical decisions — providing clarity and confidence before you proceed. Dr. Godbole offers a dedicated second opinion pathway, drawing on more than two decades of experience in interventional cardiology and complex cardiac care, to help patients make well-informed decisions about their heart health.
Clarity & Confidence
Why Seek a Second Opinion
A second opinion can be valuable at any stage of the diagnostic or treatment journey, particularly when:
A major procedure, surgery, or device implantation has been recommended
The diagnosis is complex, unclear, or does not fully explain the symptoms
There is uncertainty about whether a medical, interventional, or surgical approach is most appropriate
Multiple treatment options exist and a clearer understanding of the risks and benefits of each is needed
Reassurance is sought before proceeding with a high-risk or irreversible treatment
A rare, complex, or high-risk cardiac condition is involved, warranting review by a specialist experienced in such cases
Seeking a second opinion is a routine and reasonable part of good healthcare decision-making. It does not delay care unnecessarily — rather, it ensures that the chosen course of treatment is the right one.
Scope of Review
Conditions Covered
The second opinion service covers the full spectrum of adult cardiac conditions, including:
Coronary artery disease and recommendations for angioplasty or bypass surgery
Complex and high-risk coronary interventions
Heart attack management and post-heart attack treatment planning
Heart failure diagnosis and treatment strategy, including device therapy
Heart rhythm disorders and recommendations for pacemakers, ICDs, or CRT devices
Heart valve disease and structural heart conditions, including recommendations for TAVI or valve surgery
Peripheral, carotid, and renal vascular disease
Cardiac evaluation and risk assessment in the context of cancer treatment
Cardiac fitness-to-exercise and sports cardiology assessments
How It Works
Online Review Process
To make expert review accessible and convenient, the second opinion pathway can be completed remotely:
Submission of medical records
Patients share relevant reports, including angiography images, echocardiograms, ECGs, blood investigations, and any prior treatment recommendations, through a secure online channel.
Detailed clinical review
Dr. Godbole personally reviews all submitted records and imaging in detail.
Consultation
Findings and recommendations are discussed with the patient, either via a video consultation or a detailed written report, depending on preference.
Clear, actionable guidance
The second opinion outlines whether the original diagnosis and treatment plan are appropriate, and presents any alternative options, along with their relative risks and benefits, in clear terms.
Follow-up support
Patients are welcome to ask further questions to ensure they feel confident about their next steps.
This structured process allows patients — including those unable to travel or seeking review from another city or country — to access an expert second opinion with minimal disruption to their care.
Enquiry
Request a Second Opinion
Share your details and a brief note about your condition. We will follow up to guide you through the review process.
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Get clarity before you proceed
Share your records for an independent expert review of your diagnosis and treatment options — in person or remotely.
Director & Senior Consultant · Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) Hospital, Electronic City
