Nail Unit Biopsy
Learn more about nail unit biopsy at Wigley Feet Surgical Suite in North Miami Beach.
Overview
What Is Nail Unit Biopsy?
A nail unit biopsy involves sampling tissue from the nail or surrounding area when concerning nail changes need further evaluation. It may be recommended when medically necessary to obtain a tissue diagnosis.
Patient Education
Watch: Understanding Nail Unit Biopsy
A short educational video will help explain the procedure, who may benefit, and what patients can expect.
Procedure education video coming soon
This video section is reserved for Wigley Feet educational content.
Transcript
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Download patient education PDF
Printable 2-page handout on Wigley Feet letterhead.
The video content is for general education only and does not replace medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. Procedure recommendations depend on examination, imaging, medical history, insurance requirements, procedural risk, and physician judgment.
Who May Benefit?
- Patients with concerning or changing nail discoloration
- Those with a persistent nail abnormality
- Patients needing a tissue diagnosis to guide care
When to Seek Care
- A new dark streak or discoloration in a nail
- A changing or non-healing nail abnormality
- Nail changes that concern you
How Wigley Feet Evaluates This Condition
- Examination of the nail and surrounding tissue
- Discussion of when a biopsy is appropriate
- Pathology coordination and result review
Treatment Options
- Monitoring when appropriate
- Nail unit biopsy when medically necessary
- Referral based on findings
Where Is This Procedure Performed?
Depending on the patient, procedure complexity, anesthesia needs, insurance requirements, and physician judgment, eligible procedures may be performed through one of two coordinated surgical pathways at Wigley Feet.
Wigley Feet Surgical Suite
In-house AAAASF-certified office-based surgical suite.
Select eligible procedures may be performed in our in-house office-based Surgical Suite, keeping consultation, treatment, and follow-up coordinated through Wigley Feet.
Learn morePalmetto Lakes Surgical Center
Joint Commission-accredited outpatient ambulatory surgical center partner in Miami.
Some procedures may be better suited for an outpatient ambulatory surgical center. Through our partnership with Palmetto Lakes Surgical Center, a Joint Commission-accredited ambulatory surgical center in Miami, we can coordinate ASC-based surgical care when appropriate.
Learn moreThe surgical setting is determined after consultation and is based on safety, medical appropriateness, procedure type, anesthesia requirements, insurance requirements, and physician judgment.
What to Expect
- 1An explanation of the procedure and why it is recommended
- 2Coordination of pathology
- 3Follow-up to review results
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about nail unit biopsy at the Wigley Feet Surgical Suite in North Miami Beach.
Request a Surgical Consultation
To find out whether this procedure is appropriate for you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Stephen Wigley IV and the Wigley Feet care team.
The information on this page is educational and does not replace medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. Not every patient is a candidate for office-based surgery or procedures. Final treatment recommendations depend on examination, diagnosis, imaging, medical history, circulation status, anesthesia needs, insurance requirements, procedural risk, and physician judgment. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.