Private Autopsy

Private Autopsy Services

Full Autopsies on all ages-external, internal, microscopic examination, documentation with photographs/videos as needed
Examination of medical records pertaining to the case
Examination of investigative information to correlate with findings
Microscopic evaluation of tissue
Collection of samples for additional laboratory testing (i.e. toxicology)
Consultation services with hospitals and medical offices
Our autopsy services are only provided in Arizona.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at privateautopsy@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

How long after a death can an autopsy be performed?

Technically an autopsy can be performed years after a death, the best results are when one is performed as soon as possible. Due to the level of decomposition, causes that are in a moderate to an advanced states of decomposition (usually decreased over 3 weeks) may not be taken as a case. Many tests cannot be ran on decomposed tissue.

Who handles the death certificate?

Several individuals play a role in death certification, including the decedent’s medical provider, the funeral director, and sometimes the Medical Examiner or another official. The funeral director ensures that the information on the death certificate is accurate and then forwards it to a medical provider for certification. If the decedent was hospitalized or recently visited a medical provider, that provider usually certifies the death. In cases of home deaths or unwitnessed fatalities, the Medical Examiner and police may investigate before the responsibility returns to the funeral director to find someone to sign the certificate. If no one is available or no doctors are on record, the Medical Examiner or another official may step in to certify the death.

How is Dr.Hsu different from a Medical Examiner?

Dr. Hsu is former Medical Examiner, so everything she does is similar. The only

things Dr.Hsu cannot do that are done by a Medical Examiner are X-rays (We do not have access to

an X-Ray machine), police investigation

and records by subpoena. Investigation and medical records are not

available to me, so I need families to provide information instead.

How long will it take to get results?

This varies with each case. In some cases, the answer is evident the

day of the autopsy, and you will know the answer the same day. Most

cases require many weeks of testing, analysis and investigation. The

hardest cases are the ones where there are no findings at autopsy and

no history of illness. Laboratory results are only to assist me in

determining the cause of death, they don’t answer all the questions.

Time must be allowed for analysis of the items sent out.

Can a "second look" autopsy be performed?

Yes, but I prefer NOT to. Ever hear the saying “lightning never strikes

the same place twice?” Well, if the first autopsy was done properly, it

is similar to lightning striking. NOTHING is in the same condition it was

in prior to the case. Depending on the request, most second look

cases are a waste of your money. However, if only a partial autopsy

was done, that is a different story.

Can Dr. Hsu inform you if you have a malpractice case?

NO, Dr. Hsu cannot tell you definitively if you have a malpractice case. While Dr. Hsu is a Forensic specialist, that is NOT the same as being a LAWYER.

Dr. Hsu can certainly document findings that can assist your lawyer in

pursuing a malpractice case, but law and medicine are not the same

things.

What is your service area?

Dr. Hsu is licensed to work in the state of Arizona. If the deceased is located more than 100 miles from the office in Goodyear, transportation to a closer facility may be required. Contact office for clarification at time of request. Please note, not all funeral homes allow autopsies to be performed on site. Body transportation to a difference facility would be required. There will be additional fees required.

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