Ask your carrier. You question whether surgery is your only option. For example, surgery to relieve back pain is frequently done, though conservative care such as medications and physical therapy often improve symptoms. Your diagnosis is uncertain. Ask your primary care physician for referral to a specialist.
Most physicians welcome second opinions.
You are having trouble communicating with your physician. Your diagnosis or treatment leaves you with questions despite requests for a clear explanation. You are not feeling better. Your condition isn't improving and your doctor doesn't have another approach. You are solicited for an experimental study.