Second opinions
We diagnose conditions and propose treatment for patients seeking a second opinion. We understand that, when faced with a proposed treatment or in certain cases of eye conditions, it is legitimate and understandable to want a new medical assessment.
What is a second opinion?
A second opinion in ophthalmology consists of a consultation with a specialist about a case, diagnosis and treatment prescription made by another professional.
It is not always due to a lack of trust, although that may be one of the reasons for requesting a second opinion in ophthalmology.
There are many reasons why a patient may request a second opinion on their case: as a precaution, because of certain doubts in the case of surgical procedures, because of the cost of treatment, or simply to make sure the diagnosis is correct and that it is the best possible treatment option for their case.
When faced with an important decision about the health of your eyes, you can ask us for a second opinion. Book an appointment with us. The relevant team of specialists at Instituto de Oftalmología Castanera will review the reports and all the documentation on your case that you provide. It is important that they are as recent, detailed and accurate as possible.
Why trust Instituto de Oftalmología Castanera for a second opinion?
We are professionals with extensive experience and we have seen all kinds of cases. Our team are highly qualified specialists who undergo continuous training, so they keep up to date with scientific advances as well as the most innovative and effective technologies, techniques and treatments backed by science.
Thanks to the way we treat our patients, our pioneering use of the most advanced equipment and techniques, and our scientific research, we are considered one of the leading centers in the field of ophthalmic surgery at an international level.
We offer second opinions in the following specialties:
- Refractive Surgery
- Cataracts
- Oculoplastic and Aesthetic Surgery
- Presbyopia (tired eyes)
- Retina
- Pediatric ophthalmology
- Glaucoma
- Cornea
- Neuro-ophthalmology
Book a second opinion appointment with our specialists at Instituto de Oftalmología Castanera
Our specialists talk about second opinions.
Professionals who form the medical team for second opinions.
Dr. Laura Broc Iturralde
Dr. Reinaldo Cancino Muñoz
Dr. Marc Carbonell Puig
Dr. Pau Romera Romero
Dr. Adrián Sánchez-Fortun Sánchez
Dr. Maria Eugenia Martinez
Medical license no.: 33258 COMB
Dr. Laura Broc Iturralde
Graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Barcelona in 1996 and specialist in Ophthalmology since 2002. Master’s degree in Vitreoretinal Disease from the UAB, where she is an associate professor.
Her work at Instituto Castanera focuses on the medical and surgical diagnosis and treatment of retinal diseases. She takes part in clinical trials investigating the efficacy of different drugs for the prevention and treatment of age-related macular degeneration.
Medical Societies:
- Catalan Society of Ophthalmology
- Spanish Society of Ophthalmology (S.E.O)
- Spanish Society of Retina and Vitreous (S.E.R.V), board member
Medical license no.: 43.437
Dr. Reinaldo Cancino Muñoz
Graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Concepción, Chile, in 2006 and specialist in Ophthalmology at Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau in 2012.
Master’s degree in Refractive Surgery from the University of Barcelona.
Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology.
His work at Instituto de Oftalmología Castanera focuses on anterior segment disease and surgery, cataract surgery, and refractive and presbyopia surgery.
Medical Societies:
- Catalan Society of Ophthalmology
- Spanish Society of Implant-Refractive Surgery (S.E.C.O.I.R)
- European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (E.S.C.R.S)
Medical license no.: 48400 COMB
Dr. Marc Carbonell Puig
Graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Barcelona in 2011 and Specialist in Ophthalmology at Germans Trias i Pujol University Hospital in Badalona in 2016.
PhD in Medicine and Surgery from the UAB with a grade of Outstanding Cum Laude.
Master’s degree in Refractive Surgery from the University of Valladolid and University Expert in Refractive, Cataract and Corneal Surgery from Miguel Hernández University of Elche in 2017.
Associate Professor at the Faculty of Medicine of the Autonomous University of Barcelona, Trias i Pujol Campus.
His work at Instituto de Oftalmología Castanera focuses on anterior segment disease and surgery, cornea (corneal transplant, comprehensive keratoconus treatment), cataract surgery, and refractive and presbyopia surgery.
Medical Societies:
- Catalan Society of Ophthalmology
- European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
Medical license no.: 47138 COMB
Dr. Pau Romera Romero
Graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Barcelona in 2010 and specialist in Ophthalmology in 2015. PhD Cum Laude in 2018 from the Autonomous University of Barcelona. In 2015-2016 he completed a Glaucoma Fellowship in the United Kingdom, at Gloucestershire NHS Trust, where he acquired surgical training in glaucoma management.
His work at Instituto de Oftalmología Castanera focuses on the medical and surgical diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma, cataract surgery and anterior segment surgery.
Medical Societies:
- Catalan Society of Ophthalmology
- Spanish Glaucoma Society
- Junior member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (E.S.C.R.S)
Medical license no.: 56.527
Dr. Adrián Sánchez-Fortun Sánchez
Degree in Medicine and Surgery: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona 2017.
Specialist in Ophthalmology
Master’s degree “Image-Based Diagnosis of Retinal Disease” 2022.
He works at Instituto de Oftalmología Castanera as a general ophthalmologist
Medical Societies:
- Catalan Society of Ophthalmology
- Spanish Glaucoma Society
- Spanish Society of Retina and Vitreous (S.E.R.V)
Medical license no.: 44.241 Comb
Dr. Maria Eugenia Martinez
Graduated in Medicine from the University of Buenos Aires in 2008 and specialist in Ophthalmology (UBA-SAO, Argentine Society of Ophthalmology) at the University of Buenos Aires in 2013.
He works at Instituto de Oftalmología Castanera as a general ophthalmologist
Frequently asked questions
Check our rates and book an appointment for a consultation.
Request a second opinion. If you have doubts, or if you need to make an important decision about your eye health or about a prescribed treatment, this option is available to you.
It is a good idea if you have reservations about the diagnosis or treatment, if you want a professional assessment to make an important decision about your eye health, or if you feel unsure and need more confidence about the recommended therapeutic treatment. Book a second opinion appointment with us at Instituto de Oftalmología Castanera.