Understand the recommendation
Talk through your diagnosis, the proposed treatment, and what the available evidence means for your situation.
Options before surgery
Before surgery, understand your options.
A second opinion with Dr. Nagateja Bonala can help you understand whether image-guided treatment may suit your condition.
Dr. Nagateja Bonala Vascular & Interventional Radiologist
A major decision deserves a clear picture.
If surgery has been recommended, you can ask another qualified specialist to review your diagnosis and discuss the choices that may apply to you.
Ask about image-guided options
Some conditions may have an interventional radiology approach using imaging and small access points. Suitability varies by person.
Make a more informed choice
Compare expected benefits, risks, recovery, and limitations before deciding what to do next.
What is interventional radiology?
Interventional radiology uses imaging to guide targeted procedures through small access points. For selected conditions, it may offer an alternative to an operation.
The approach, recovery, risks, and likely benefit depend on the procedure and your health. Your review should include those trade-offs, not just whether a procedure is possible.
Read the Society of Interventional Radiology patient overviewBring the full story, not just one report.
Recent scans and reports, test results, prescriptions, and the recommendation you received help the doctor understand your case in context.
Start a WhatsApp conversation with the clinic. You can briefly describe your situation and ask how to share your reports.
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Questions patients often ask
Does a second opinion mean I should avoid surgery?
No. The purpose is to understand the options for your specific diagnosis. After reviewing your case, surgery may still be the most appropriate treatment.
Can interventional radiology replace surgery for everyone?
No. Interventional radiology offers image-guided treatments for selected conditions, but not every condition or patient is suitable. The recommendation depends on your diagnosis, scans, health and goals.
What should I bring to the consultation?
Bring your recent scan images and reports, test results, prescriptions, and any treatment recommendation you have received. The doctor can tell you if anything else is needed.