​Second Occupational Health opinion is exactly that. It is an opinion on fitness for work and workplace adjustments from a consultant occupational physician other than your current occupational health doctor/nurse.

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How to request a second opinion?

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Before contacting us for a second opinion, we suggest you share your concerns with your current occupational health doctor/nurse and the employer and ask for their advice on getting a second opinion. Once you decide to seek a second opinion, either you can self-refer or request your employer to refer you to us for a second opinion. Once we receive a referral, we will review the available evidence, request additional information where necessary, arrange an occupational physician consultation and produce a comprehensive report. We will advise you on our professional fee for this work beforehand and the changes will depend on the nature and complexity of the case. ​

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Seeking a second opinion should not negatively impact your relationship with the current occupational health doctor/nurse or your employer. Most occupational health doctors/nurses welcome second opinions as part of good medical practice. The General Medical Council (GMC) guidance supports the patient's right to request a second opinion.