Table of Contents
- House Call Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) Biopsies
- Why Would a Cytopathologist Offer House Calls?
- How Do House Call FNAs Work?
- Who Is a Good Candidate for a House Call FNA?
- Why Choose Dr. Celina Nadelman?
- Fine Needle Aspiration: A Minimally Invasive Diagnostic Solution
- What Happens After the Biopsy?
- How to Schedule a House Call with Dr. Nadelman
House Call Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) Biopsies
Most patients are surprised to learn this, but yes, Dr. Celina Nadelman offers house calls for Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) biopsies throughout California. Whether you live in a remote area, a major city outside Los Angeles, or simply need the comfort of your own home, Dr. Nadelman and her team can bring expert biopsy care directly to you.
This personalized option removes the barriers often found in large medical systems, such as long wait times and logistical hurdles. If you need answers fast but prefer a discreet, in-home visit, Dr. Nadelman’s house call service may be the perfect fit. With her dual expertise in both performing and interpreting FNA biopsies, patients receive a rare level of continuity and peace of mind.
Why Would a Cytopathologist Offer House Calls?
Fine Needle Aspiration is a minimally invasive biopsy technique used to evaluate abnormal lumps in the thyroid, neck, breast, lymph nodes, and other soft tissues. While traditionally done in hospitals or clinics, many patients face obstacles like:
- Difficulty traveling due to medical conditions or mobility challenges
- Long wait times at local imaging centers
- Anxiety related to hospital environments
- The need for immediate answers in urgent diagnostic situations
- A preference for privacy, comfort, or family involvement during care
Dr. Nadelman removes these challenges by delivering her diagnostic expertise directly to patients across California, from Santa Barbara and Palm Springs to Northern cities like Sacramento or San Francisco.
How Do House Call FNAs Work?
Scheduling an FNA house call is straightforward. Either the patient or their referring physician contacts Dr. Nadelman’s Beverly Hills office to discuss logistics and medical details. If a house call is appropriate, the team will coordinate a convenient visit.
On the day of the appointment, Dr. Nadelman brings her portable ultrasound machine and diagnostic equipment to the patient’s home. She performs a full clinical consultation, including:
- A review of medical history
- A physical examination
- An ultrasound of the lump or nodule in question
- An FNA biopsy, if deemed necessary
All procedures are performed using ultrasound-guided or palpation-guided techniques, just as they would be in her Beverly Hills clinic. The cellular samples are then analyzed by Dr. Nadelman herself, with most patients receiving a preliminary diagnosis within 24 hours.
Who Is a Good Candidate for a House Call FNA?
This service is ideal for patients located anywhere in California who:
- Cannot easily travel due to illness, injury, or limited mobility
- Have high anxiety around hospitals or public medical facilities
- Need a time-sensitive diagnosis and can’t wait weeks for an appointment
- Have had a poorly handled biopsy elsewhere and want expert-level care
- Are public figures, executives, or professionals seeking discreet medical attention
- Want the convenience of in-home care without sacrificing quality
If you’re unsure whether a house call is right for your situation, Dr. Nadelman’s team will help evaluate your needs and location.
Why Choose Dr. Celina Nadelman?
What sets Dr. Nadelman apart is not just her bedside manner, it’s her rare combination of clinical skill and diagnostic expertise. She’s one of the few physicians in California who performs the biopsy and interprets it herself in her own certified lab.
Here’s why that matters:
- Board Certified Cytopathologist: Dr. Nadelman is specially trained to both perform FNAs and interpret them with a high degree of accuracy.
- Ultrasound- and Palpation-Guided Techniques: She selects the most effective method for each case, ensuring optimal sample quality.
- Preliminary Diagnosis in 24 Hours: Faster answers mean less stress and quicker treatment planning.
- Next-Day Appointments Available: For urgent cases, appointments can often be arranged within 24 hours.
- Insurance Friendly: Most major PPO plans and Medicare are accepted.
- Streamlined Process: Patients receive one bill—no surprise charges from outside labs.
- Patient Comfort Comes First: In-home procedures reduce anxiety and eliminate the need for long travel.
- Efficient Diagnostic Triage: Her clinical expertise ensures the right tests are done from the start.
- No Follow-Up Appointments Just to Get Results: She delivers results directly, with compassion and clarity.
This level of continuity and individualized care is virtually unheard of in large medical systems.
Fine Needle Aspiration: A Minimally Invasive Diagnostic Solution
Fine Needle Aspiration is a quick, safe, and highly effective biopsy technique. It involves the use of a thin needle (typically 25 to 27 gauge) to extract cells from a lump or mass. The procedure is typically completed in under 30 minutes and does not require general anesthesia.
What sets Dr. Nadelman’s approach apart is her dual expertise as both the performing physician and interpreting cytopathologist. This allows her to conduct a Rapid On-Site Evaluation (ROSE) of the sample at the bedside and provide a preliminary diagnosis, often within 24 hours.
What Happens After the Biopsy?
Once the biopsy is complete, Dr. Nadelman personally reviews the specimen in her lab. If further testing is needed, such as molecular or genetic studies—she will guide you through those next steps.
You’ll receive a preliminary diagnosis within 24 hours in most cases, followed by a final written report. Dr. Nadelman will also provide recommendations for treatment or further imaging if needed, and she’s available to consult with your referring physician.
How to Schedule a House Call with Dr. Nadelman
If you are located in California and need a fast, expert-level biopsy without the wait, contact Dr. Celina Nadelman’s Beverly Hills office to learn more about her house call FNA services. Every patient is treated with respect, urgency, and compassion.
To schedule a consultation or request more details about availability in your area, visit drnadelman.com or call (310) 742-1979.
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