Expert FNA Biopsy Services in Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo, known for its beautiful Lake Mission Viejo and family-friendly atmosphere, offers residents a comfortable lifestyle. But when health concerns arise, especially after finding a lump, access to expert care is crucial. Dr. Celina Nadelman, a board-certified cytopathologist and FNA specialist, provides fast and accurate biopsy care in nearby Beverly Hills, just a short drive from Mission Viejo.
Why Choose Dr. Nadelman for Your FNA Biopsy Near Mission Viejo?
Dual Expertise: As both a cytopathologist and FNA specialist, Dr. Nadelman offers unparalleled skill in diagnosing and treating thyroid nodules, lymph nodes, and other masses.
Quick Appointments: With appointments available within 24-48 hours, there’s no need to endure long waits for answers. Dr. Nadelman delivers timely results and a personalized care plan.
Minimally Invasive Approach: Ultrasound-guided FNA allows for a minimally invasive biopsy, significantly reducing discomfort and providing quicker recovery compared to traditional biopsies.
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.
Why Make the Trip from Mission Viejo to Beverly Hills?
Although Mission Viejo boasts excellent healthcare options, specialized procedures like FNA biopsies might not be readily available. A short drive to Beverly Hills ensures you receive state-of-the-art care from an experienced specialist. Dr. Nadelman provides expert biopsy services that are well worth the quick trip from Mission Viejo.
Whether you’re enjoying the peaceful beauty of Oso Creek Trail or spending time at Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club, you deserve access to the best healthcare for your peace of mind. Dr. Nadelman offers the perfect combination of expertise and compassionate care, ensuring that you feel comfortable every step of the way.
Why Choose a Cytopathologist in Mission Viejo?
Cytopathologists like Dr. Nadelman are trained in microscopic tissue analysis, providing highly accurate results that help guide the right treatment. Unlike general practitioners, cytopathologists ensure precise and immediate diagnoses, reducing the need for follow-up procedures.
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FAQ’s on Fine Needle Aspiration
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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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Dr. Nadelman Services All of Laguna Beach, CA
For fast, accurate, and compassionate biopsy services, contact Dr. Celina Nadelman today to schedule your FNA biopsy near Mission Viejo. Call us at 310.742.1979 for immediate scheduling.
Directions from Mission Viejo to Dr. Nadelman’s Clinic:
- Head north on I-5 N.
- Merge onto I-405 N toward Los Angeles.
- Merge onto I-10 W.
- Exit at 55B Wilshire Blvd.
- Arrive at 8670 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA.
Avoid Long Wait Times in Mission Viejo
Many biopsy centers in Mission Viejo and surrounding areas often have long wait times, which can delay diagnoses. At Dr. Nadelman’s clinic, patients are seen within 24-48 hours and results are provided quickly. This quick response time ensures patients receive the care they need without unnecessary delays.