Hi Jan,
Whenever I refer a mother for medical assistance, I try to send her to
the most knowlegable clinician possible.  She can always see her own
doctor as well or instead if she chooses, but I do explain the
particular expertise of  the specialists I refer to.  After doing this
job for quite awhile, I have some good connections!  It is certainly up
to the parents whether to seek the second opinion or not.  Of course, it
is frustrating when a client trusts a clinician whose sole knowledge
about an area is gut feeling or belief!  I do think it is ethical to say
"well, if that approach does not work out, remember it is your right to
seek a second opinion".
--

Catherine Watson Genna, IBCLC  New York City  mailto:[log in to unmask]

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