title: Second opinions in surgical pathology.
abstract: When to obtain opinions in anatomic pathology is a complex issue. The authors discuss the cognitive process of morphologic interpretation, the influence of expertise on the need for a second opinion, the role of ego, and the impact of economic factors on the patterns of consultation.
authors.affiliation: University of Virginia, Department of Pathology, Charlottesville 22908, USA.
authors.forename: K O
authors.initials: KO
authors.lastname: Leslie
authors.forename: R E
authors.initials: RE
authors.lastname: Fechner
authors.forename: R L
authors.initials: RL
authors.lastname: Kempson
mesh_terms: D019411:Clinical Laboratory Techniques; D006801:Humans; D015588:Observer Variation; D010340:Pathology, Surgical; D012017:Referral and Consultation / Q000191:economics