Who we are

Best Doctors was founded in 1989 by doctors from the renowned Harvard University School of Medicine. It has since become the main point of contact for people searching for the best medical information.

When people are diagnosed with a serious illness their mind races through many vital, yet often unresolved, questions. What will happen now? Is my diagnosis correct? What kind of treatment will I need? Where can I find it? And how quickly?

Helping people with these often overwhelming questions is the reason Best Doctors was established. We believe it should be possible for anyone, anywhere, to get the best and most appropriate medical care available.

Best Doctors is an international company working with insurers, employers and affinity groups, giving peace of mind to over 10 million members in 30 countries.

In Ireland more than 1.5 million people can access the Best Doctors second opinion service at no additional cost to themselves. Best Doctors members in Ireland who have used the service have found it an invaluable support during a difficult time. Click here to see what some of our members in Ireland have recently said about Best Doctors.

A unique source of medical knowledge

Best Doctors has established a unique worldwide database of 50,000 leading medical specialists in over 400 different disciplines. These doctors have been chosen by other doctors as the best in their fields.
Using our exclusive database, we can match this expert medical knowledge directly to our members’ serious medical conditions.

Best Doctors also works with the treating doctor, to ensure the right decisions are made throughout the process, so increasing the chances of a complete recovery.