
Fine Needle Aspiration Doctor in Apple Valley, CA
Compassionate, Fast, and Accurate Biopsy Services
When facing uncertainty about a lump or nodule, fast and accurate results matter. At Dr. Celina Nadelman’s Beverly Hills clinic, patients from Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas receive expert Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) biopsy services with minimal wait times and maximum precision.
Many biopsy centers have wait times extending months, leaving patients in limbo. Dr. Nadelman offers appointments within 24 hours for rapid, expert evaluation. As a board-certified cytopathologist specializing in FNA biopsies, she performs and interprets every biopsy herself—ensuring both accuracy and a smooth experience.
Expert Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) Biopsy Near Apple Valley
Thyroid nodules, lymph nodes, salivary gland lumps, and breast abnormalities require precise evaluation to determine whether they are benign or malignant. Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) is a minimally invasive, highly effective biopsy method that allows for quick, reliable diagnosis without the need for surgical intervention.
Why Choose FNA Over Other Biopsy Methods?
- Minimally invasive: No stitches or general anesthesia required.
- Quick procedure: Typically completed in under 30 minutes.
- Immediate results: Preliminary diagnosis available within 24 hours in most cases.
- Less discomfort: A fine needle is used rather than a core biopsy needle, making it a more comfortable experience for patients.
- Highly accurate: When performed by an experienced cytopathologist like Dr. Nadelman, FNA provides clear, reliable results.
If you or your doctor has recommended a biopsy, don’t wait weeks or months for an appointment—Dr. Nadelman’s clinic offers next-day availability, ensuring you get answers fast.
What Conditions Can an FNA Biopsy Diagnose?
A Fine Needle Aspiration biopsy is used to evaluate a variety of lumps and nodules, including:
Thyroid Nodules
- Most thyroid nodules are benign, but some require further evaluation.
- FNA is the gold standard for diagnosing papillary thyroid cancer, follicular lesions, and other thyroid abnormalities.
- Early detection matters—small thyroid cancers are often highly treatable with minimally invasive procedures.
Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged lymph nodes can be caused by infections, immune conditions, or cancer.
- FNA helps determine whether a lymph node is reactive (benign) or malignant (cancerous).
- A fast diagnosis can guide timely treatment and prevent unnecessary procedures.
Salivary Gland Masses
- FNA can assess salivary gland lumps, helping distinguish between benign tumors, cysts, and salivary gland cancers.
- An accurate diagnosis allows for the most appropriate treatment approach, whether monitoring or surgical removal.
Breast Lumps
- FNA is an alternative to core needle biopsy for evaluating breast abnormalities.
- In many cases, it provides a quick, minimally invasive diagnosis without the need for surgery.
If you have been advised to get a biopsy, trust Dr. Nadelman’s expertise for fast, reliable, and compassionate care.
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.

Your Privacy and Comfort Matter
- Every patient receives a private, one-on-one consultation with Dr. Nadelman.
- Clear explanations of results and next steps are provided immediately.
- Compassionate, patient-centered care that respects your concerns and preferences.
- A discreet, welcoming environment designed for comfort and peace of mind.
Whether you are coming in for a thyroid biopsy, lymph node evaluation, or breast lump assessment, you can expect a supportive, professional, and reassuring experience at Dr. Nadelman’s office.

Personalized Care for Patients in Apple Valley, CA
Patients from Apple Valley and surrounding areas choose Dr. Nadelman for exceptional biopsy services and personalized care. Many large medical centers have long wait times, leaving patients anxious for answers. Dr. Nadelman provides next-day appointments and preliminary results within 24 hours in most cases, ensuring peace of mind as quickly as possible.
At larger hospitals and imaging centers, patients may experience delays due to overbooked schedules and administrative hurdles. Dr. Nadelman’s practice is different—her streamlined process ensures direct, efficient, and expert-led care.
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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 Apple Valley, CA
If you need a biopsy and want fast, expert results, schedule an appointment with Dr. Celina Nadelman today. Patients from Apple Valley and surrounding areas trust her for accurate diagnoses, compassionate care, and minimal wait times. Call us at 310.742.1979 for immediate scheduling.
Directions from Apple Valley to Dr. Nadelman’s Clinic:
- Take I-15 S toward Los Angeles.
- Merge onto CA-210 W and follow signs for Pasadena.
- Continue onto I-210 W, then take I-10 W toward Los Angeles.
- Merge onto CA-110 S and follow signs for Wilshire Blvd.
- Take the Wilshire Blvd exit and arrive at 8670 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA.
Skip the Long Wait Times
If you need a biopsy and want fast, expert results, schedule an appointment with Dr. Celina Nadelman today. Patients from Apple Valley and surrounding areas trust her for accurate diagnoses, compassionate care, and minimal wait times.
Skip the long wait times at large hospitals. Call today for a next-day appointment and get answers within 24 hours!