Order Your Expert Shoulder MRI Review

If you have a shoulder MRI and are wondering whether surgery is the right next step, Dr. Denard can provide an expert review. This service is especially helpful if you have already been told you may need shoulder surgery and would like an expert second opinion.

What you receive

A narrated review, typically within 48 hours

After submitting your request below, you'll complete a short questionnaire and securely upload your MRI images or report. Dr. Denard will personally review your MRI - typically within 48 hours - and record a clear video explanation of the findings along with guidance on your treatment options.

If you would like to discuss the results further, you can schedule a follow-up telehealth consultation.

Dr. Patrick Denard reviewing shoulder imaging in clinic

The process

How It Works

Request the MRI review

Submit your request and payment above.

Upload your MRI

Complete a short questionnaire and securely upload your MRI images or report.

Receive your expert review

Your MRI will be reviewed personally by Dr. Patrick Denard, fellowship-trained shoulder surgeon and internationally recognized shoulder expert. Dr. Denard will review your MRI and send a narrated video explanation with treatment recommendations.

MRI educational example

See what a review looks like

An example shoulder MRI, with two narrated walkthroughs recorded by Dr. Denard, so you can see the kind of explanation you receive.

Narrated MRI walkthrough, part one

Narrated MRI walkthrough, part two

Get a second opinion

MRI Review

How do I get an opinion?

Order the MRI review above. After you pay, you'll complete a short questionnaire and securely upload your MRI images or report. Dr. Denard reviews your MRI himself and sends you a narrated video explanation with his treatment recommendations, typically within 48 hours. If you would rather talk to us first, call 541-608-2595.

Do I need a referral?

In most cases, no referral is needed.

Why get an opinion?

Decisions about your health are very important. Shoulder pain is no different. In fact, shoulder pain has a substantial impact on one’s quality of life from simple activities to ability to sleep. You should therefore feel informed and comfortable about your shoulder care.

Many patients like to have a “second opinion” about their shoulder. A second opinion is when another physician provides an evaluation to confirm the problem (diagnosis) or determine if there is another problem that was not previously recognized. This is common practice in medicine and very few physicians object to their patients getting another opinion.

In fact, in today’s world it is common for patients seek another opinion they trust or even travel for their medical care. Many patients for instance have been told that their rotator cuff tear cannot be repaired (irreparable), but we have found that with advanced arthroscopic techniques even many massive rotator cuff tears can in fact be improved with an arthroscopic rotator cuff repair.

What if I need surgery but live far away?

In many cases the need for surgery can be determined by reviewing medical records, reviewing radiographs/MRI, and discussing symptoms over the phone. If surgery is a consideration and you wish to travel to have Dr. Denard or Dr. Phillips perform the surgery this can be arranged. After a phone review, an in-person visit is set-up the day before surgery to review details and confirm the need for surgery. After the surgery follow-up visits can be performed remotely through phone calls and video conferencing.

What are the costs?

The MRI review is a one-time $250 fee, paid online when you order. If you later have a visit or surgery with us, those are billed as usual, and out-of-pocket costs depend on your insurance plan.

Ready to get a clear answer about your shoulder?

Book a consultation in Medford or Grants Pass, or send your MRI for a second opinion from anywhere in the country.

Request my MRI review, $250 Call 541-608-2595