The Mental Health Service asks that any request be in writing and contain specific details of your reasons and be sent to:
New Plymouth
Email: chris.sorenson@tdhb.org.nz
The rationale for seeking the second opinion must be clearly stated within the letter requesting a second opinion.
The decision as to whether to agree to a request for a second opinion is made by the psychiatrist and treating team.
Not all requests for a second opinion are able to be actioned.
Like Minds Taranaki gratefully acknowledges the financial support of this website by the Ministry of Health
Feedback is always welcome
email: likemindstaranak@likemindstaranaki.org.nz