Fine Needle Aspiration Doctor in Miami, FL
Compassionate, Fast, and Precise Biopsy Services in Miami
When facing uncertainty about your health, waiting for answers is not an option. Dr. Celina Nadelman, a board-certified cytopathologist, provides expert fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsies for patients in Miami, FL, and beyond. With next-day appointments and preliminary results available within 24 hours, she ensures fast, accurate, and compassionate care when it matters most.
Expert Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) Biopsy in Miami, FL
For patients who have discovered a thyroid nodule, breast lump, or swollen lymph node, an FNA biopsy is the gold standard for rapid and minimally invasive evaluation. Unlike traditional surgical biopsies, FNA requires only a fine needle to extract a small sample of cells for examination. This method is highly effective, nearly painless, and requires little to no recovery time.
Dr. Nadelman specializes in ultrasound-guided FNA, ensuring precision and accuracy in diagnosing benign and malignant conditions. Whether your physician has recommended a biopsy or you’re seeking a second opinion, Dr. Nadelman provides the highest level of expertise and care.
Why Choose Dr. Celina Nadelman for Your Biopsy?
Patients throughout Miami and South Florida trust Dr. Nadelman for her exceptional skill, efficiency, and patient-first approach. Unlike large hospitals where biopsy appointments can take weeks or even months to schedule, Dr. Nadelman offers next-day availability, so you don’t have to wait for answers.
- Next-Day Appointments Available – No long hospital wait times.
- Preliminary Results Within 24 Hours – Fast, accurate diagnosis.
- Minimally Invasive FNA Biopsy – No scalpels, stitches, or lengthy recovery.
- Board-Certified Cytopathologist – Specialized training in both performing and interpreting biopsies.
- A Personalized Approach – Compassionate care with a focus on patient comfort and well-being.
STEPS TO YOUR BIOPSY
In order to determine whether a lump is malignant, cancerous cells from the area must be examined under a microscope. Those cells can be obtained with a surgical biopsy or an FNA biopsy. An FNA biopsy is done in a doctor’s office with a very thin needle. Not only can the appointment be made within days, it is much less uncomfortable, and has less risk of bleeding or trauma to the tissue.From the patient’s perspective, an FNA is faster, can be performed in a doctor’s office, is less expensive and there is less tissue trauma than with a more invasive surgical biopsy.
The Importance of Early Detection
Early detection saves lives. Many conditions, including thyroid cancer, breast cancer, and lymphoma, can present as small, painless lumps. In some cases, these nodules are found incidentally on imaging scans for unrelated health concerns. A timely and accurate diagnosis ensures that, if needed, treatment can begin as soon as possible.
An FNA biopsy is the first step in identifying whether a lump is benign or malignant, giving patients peace of mind and allowing their healthcare team to make informed decisions. With a quick, simple procedure, Dr. Nadelman can provide the answers you need fast.
Personalized Care for Patients in Miami, FL
Patients in Miami and surrounding areas turn to Dr. Nadelman for fast, expert-led biopsy services. Many large hospitals have long waitlists, leaving patients feeling anxious and uncertain while waiting for an appointment. Dr. Nadelman prioritizes quick scheduling and rapid results, helping patients avoid unnecessary delays in their diagnosis and care.
Unlike overburdened medical centers with complex scheduling systems, Dr. Nadelman’s practice is streamlined and patient-focused. With direct access to a specialist, state-of-the-art ultrasound technology, and one-on-one compassionate care, patients receive the highest level of attention and expertise—without the frustrating wait.
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FAQ’s on Fine Needle Aspiration
Fine Needle Aspiration is a method of taking a small amount of tissue from a lump in the body. A very thin needle is inserted into the lump and tissue is dislodged by movement of the needle and/or by gentle suction. The tissue is then examined microscopically by a pathologist. The pathologist will make a diagnosis (find out the cause of the lump) and send a report to your doctor.
No, the procedure is completely painless. However, the needles used in FNA are very thin. Also, for your comfort, local anesthesia is often used before the FNA. If you are sore after the procedure, a simple pain reliever such as Tylenol (no nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories, i.e. Advil) or an ice pack may alleviate mild symptoms.
Most doctors consider FNA to be a very good test. Overall, it is about 90-95% accurate when the aspiration and interpretation are done by an experienced cytopathologist. There is a small chance (usually less than 10%, depending on the size, location and nature of the lump) that the FNA will not be interpreted as cancer when cancer is there. Very rarely (usually less than 1% of the cases), FNA may be falsely interpreted as cancer when cancer is not there. Your doctor will use the results of the FNA and other clinical information to determine if further tests or treatment are necessary.
As with any procedure in which the skin is broken (like having your blood drawn), there is always a risk of pain, bleeding, bruising or slight tenderness at the aspiration site. Very rarely, an infection may occur after an FNA. However, the benefits of the FNA far outweigh the risks.
The alternative is to do a surgical biopsy, which is done with a much larger needle or by an operation. Surgery is more invasive, has more complications, and may take a while to schedule. A FNA is simpler, less expensive, has fewer complications and faster.
Generally, you may engage in your normal activities, including eating and drinking before and after the procedure. The only special precaution is to avoid taking anything that would increase bleeding such as aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs), such as Advil, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Alieve, fish oil, vitamin E, etc., from about a week before the appointment (or the time your appointment is made), to a few days after the procedure. This may be helpful in limiting any additional bruising from the procedure. Moreover, you may resume normal activities immediately after the procedure.
Depending on what type of lesion (lump) it is and where it is in the body, the actual biopsy takes only a few minutes. However, since the FNA is being performed by a cytopathologist, (Dr. Nadelman), the material is checked immediately under the microscope as you wait, to ensure that there is enough material to make a diagnosis later on. This is done to decrease the chance of having to come back for a repeat FNA because of not enough material. Due to this, the procedure may take up to 45 minutes (per site).
After the biopsy sample has been obtained and you have left the office, all the slides prepared will be thoroughly examined and interpreted by the cytopathologist, Dr. Nadelman. A preliminary report can be telephoned to your doctor shortly after the FNA procedure (often within 24 hours). Because of the detailed evaluation involved and the possibility of additional studies, a final written report may require a few days (2-4 days) to complete, but is usually done in 48 hours. Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) is a diagnostic part of a complete evaluation of the specific site of concern indicated by your referring doctor. Therefore, the results will be given to your doctor and should be discussed with him or her. If you would like to receive your results directly, in addition, you may make a follow up appointment with Dr. Nadelman. Our goal is to care for you in the best, most efficient, yet personalized manner. If you have any further questions please contact us.
Yes, we accept Medicare and most PPO plans. Contact our office to confirm. 310.789.2046
Dr. Nadelman Serves Patients from Miami, FL
For fast, accurate, and compassionate biopsy services, contact Dr. Celina Nadelman today to schedule your FNA biopsy near Miami. Call 310-742-1979 for immediate scheduling. Call us at 310.742.1979 for immediate scheduling.
Directions from Apple Valley to Dr. Nadelman’s Clinic:
Directions from Miami to Dr. Nadelman’s Clinic in Beverly Hills:
- Start by heading north on I-95 N.
- Merge onto I-10 W, then take I-75 N toward Los Angeles.
- Continue on I-10 W and take exit 55B toward Wilshire Blvd.
- Arrive at 8670 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, for your appointment.
Skip the Long Wait Times
In Miami, long wait times at major hospitals and imaging centers can delay critical diagnoses. Many facilities have weeks or even months-long waitlists, leaving patients in uncertainty. At Dr. Nadelman’s clinic, patients receive next-day appointments and preliminary results within 24 hours in most cases.
Instead of dealing with overcrowded hospitals and impersonal care, patients receive direct, expert-led treatment in a private and compassionate setting. Dr. Nadelman ensures every patient gets the fast, accurate, and personalized biopsy care they deserve.
Call today for a next-day appointment and get answers within 24 hours!
