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2nd MD

2nd MD was founded by South African native, Clinton Phillips, on one simple principle: Bring the world’s leading doctors to those who need them the most, when they need them the most. Established in 2011, 2nd MD was inspired by family members and loved ones in need of immediate medical assistance. 2nd MD provides an online resource for patients who believe that paperwork, geography or insurance should never limit patients from getting the help they deserve.

How does it work? 2nd MD has handpicked experts from top institutions in the medical field to create a highly esteemed network of specialists available for direct accessibility. Covering issues from diagnosis, medication, and surgery, 2nd MD provides a consultation via phone call or video-conferencing from a board-certified specialist in just three days. 2nd MD also provides the chosen physician with up-to-date medical records of patients in order to provide the most accurate response. This virtual accessibility of physicians reduces healthcare costs, while eliminating unnecessary medical procedures and allowing more time for recovery.

There are currently over 350 medical experts in the network, ranging from 30 specialties and 240 sub-specialties, representing top medical, research and educational facilities in the US. In addition, 2nd MD has recently signed a licensing deal with Discovery Health of South Africa as part of the company’s global expansion strategy.

For more information, visit https://2nd.md/home