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Nancy Papesh, MBA, RN, BSN

woman smiles while looking at laptop and learning about all other second opinionsWe provide virtual second opinions on virtually any health condition.

Below are some of the Cleveland Clinic departments and institutes that have provided patients with virtual second opinions on a wide variety of conditions over the last year. It’s easy to get started and obtain a virtual second opinion to achieve the peace of mind you may need while you’re navigating complex medical decisions.

Second Opinions on Virtually Any Condition

  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Hematology and Medical Oncology
  • Urology
  • Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Gastroenterology, Hepatology, & Nutrition
  • Radiation Oncology
  • General Surgery
  • Center for Spine Health
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Rheumatologic and Immunologic Disease
  • Subspecialty Care for Women’s Health
  • Neurological Surgery
  • Brain Tumor and Neuro-Oncology Center
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Cerebrovascular Center
  • Center for Neuro-Restoration
  • Pulmonary Medicine
  • Epilepsy Center
  • Pediatric Hematology Oncology and Blood and Marrow Transplantation
  • Neuromuscular Center
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism
  • Nephrology and Hypertension
  • Neurology
  • Head and Neck Institute
  • Otolaryngology
  • Ophthalmology
  • Pain Management
  • Dermatology
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition
  • Translational Hematology and Oncology Research
  • Center for Endocrine Surgery
  • Center for Pediatric Neurosciences
  • Center for Functional Medicine
  • Infectious Disease
  • Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Neurology
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Allergy and Clinical Immunology
  • Center for Pediatric Endocrinology
  • Sleep Disorders Center
  • Center for Pediatric Rheumatology and Immunology
  • Pediatric Cardiology
  • Center for General Neurology

Fast and Efficient Expert Recommendations

With second opinions from Cleveland Clinic expert physicians, there’s no more stress and no more hassle—just an expert review of your case with an industry-leading turnaround time so you can move forward with peace of mind.

  • You are personally matched to the Cleveland Clinic expert best suited to review your particular case.
  • The Clinic team does the behind-the-scenes work, collecting your relevant medical records.
  • The Cleveland Clinic expert specialist conducts a thorough review of your diagnosis and/or treatment plan.
  • You’ll receive a detailed report quickly and efficiently. Depending on your situation, record collection may take some time, and in that case, the entire second opinion service takes about two weeks.

When Should You Consider a Virtual Second Opinion from The Clinic?

Consider a second opinion when:

  • Diagnosed with a serious condition
  • Told you need to have a surgery or procedure
  • Considering a possibly risky treatment
  • Your condition is deteriorating
  • Confused about or struggling with a medical challenge
  • Preparing for impending surgery

The Cleveland Clinic: World-Class Expertise

The Cleveland Clinic is an internationally recognized research institute and teaching hospital, consistently ranking among the best in the world. Our team of experts are leaders in their fields. With more than 3,500 specialists in 550+ subspecialties, we’re able to provide second opinions on a wide range of conditions.

Fast turnarounds, no travel time, and the expertise of Cleveland Clinic specialists are just some of the reasons why patients trust us for virtual second opinions. Don’t hesitate to get started today and see how a virtual second opinion from the Cleveland Clinic can give you peace of mind.

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Nancy Papesh, MBA, RN, BSN

Head of Clinical Services & Solutions at The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic

Nancy Papesh, MBA, BSN, RN, is Head of Clinical Operations for The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic. Before joining The Clinic, she served as Senior Strategy Director with the strategy office of the Cleveland Clinic Health System, where she was responsible for overseeing strategy and transaction execution. She has experience in strategic partnering and transactions, and served as the lead partner for various integrations.

She previously worked as the Administrative Director of Clinical Integration for the Neurological Institute and as the Enterprise Stroke Systems Manager for the Cleveland Clinic Health System. Before her roles at Cleveland Clinic, she was Director of Neurology and Director at the Primary Stroke Center at MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio.

Early in her career, Nancy practiced critical care nursing and was as a flight nurse with both MetroHealth Medical Center and MeritCare Medical Center in Fargo, ND. She has extensive experience building systems of care and has been active in various program accreditations, including The Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center Certification, Air Medical Accreditation, and Trauma Center Accreditation processes.

Nancy received her MBA in Healthcare from Baldwin Wallace University. She earned a B.S. in Nursing and a B.A. in Biology from Concordia College in Moorhead, MN. She has been a contributing author to Air Medical Journal, Interventional Neurology, Headache, and The Journal of Head and Face Pain, and has presented at national symposia.

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