An eight-year-old boy from India was diagnosed with a very rare infection in his brain, a condition that can cause epilepsy. His parents wanted to be sure the treatment plan outlined by their local physician was on target.

Through POSO, specialists at the Massachusetts General Hospital for Children reviewed the boy's medical records and brain imaging. They agreed with the prescribed course of treatment and added a few recommendations for his long-term treatment. His parents were grateful for the expert perspective.

"We received the opinion in a very timely manner; it was very thorough and insightful," the parents wrote. "We got the comfort that the doctors who were selected have taken afresh and an independent view on our son's medical condition and made useful observations. Overall, we had an excellent experience."

"It was a great experience. I know that Dana-Farber doctors are the best in the country, but I was unable to travel to Boston for a consultation. We feel much better having our doctor's diagnosis confirmed."