Princess Máxima Center for Pediatric Oncology
International pediatric cancer second opinions from the Netherlands, including remote tumor-board review with a written response.
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- International pediatric cancer second opinions from the Netherlands, including remote tumor-board review with a written response.[1]
ReviewWhat they do
The center offers physician-to-physician advice, formal remote reassessment with tumor-board discussion, and in-person second opinions. These are different levels of review.
Who it’s for
Children with cancer whose families or treating physicians outside the Netherlands want another specialist opinion.
How to start
Use the international referral route. Each referral is assessed individually for suitability.
Cost and insurance
Ask the international office for the fee and any insurer authorization before sending materials or arranging travel.
What to check
Informal physician advice does not include diagnostic reevaluation. Ask specifically for a formal remote opinion if you need records reassessed and a written result.
How it fits
Dana-Farber/Boston Children’s offers another pediatric route. Compare the specialist fit, diagnostic review and family follow-up.
Questions I would ask
- Which specialist would review my cancer and the decision I am facing?
- Does the review include rereading the actual scans and pathology, or only their reports?
- What will I receive, and how can my oncologist ask follow-up questions?
Contacts
- International second-opinion options: Princess Máxima Center
- International patient office: Princess Máxima Center
Services & community focus
Academic / research center
