The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Athens, AL

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The 20 Best Empyema Doctors near Athens, AL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 49 doctor with experience in Empyema near Athens, AL. Of these, 35 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Limestone Urology Associates

    101 Fitness Way, 
    Athens, AL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Hinson is a Urologist in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Hinson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are UPJ Obstruction, Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Hinson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Valley Ear Nose And Throat Associates PC

    15232 Greenfield Dr, 
    Athens, AL 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Hill is an Otolaryngologist in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Hill is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, and Empyema.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Limestone Internal Medicine

    710 W Hobbs St, 
    Athens, AL 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kathy Sparacino is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Sparacino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Chronic Pain, Vitamin D Deficiency, and High Cholesterol.

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    Experienced in Empyema
    Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Sleep Medicine

    North Alabama Pulmonary & Sleep Consultants

    902 W Hobbs St, 
    Athens, AL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Albert Scherff is a Sleep Medicine provider in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Scherff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Atypical Pneumonia, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    101 Fitness Way, 
    Athens, AL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Walker is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Walker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Hip Replacement, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    101 Fitness Way, Suite 2500, 
    Athens, AL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samuel Trotter is a Urologist in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Trotter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, UPJ Obstruction, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Waddell Center Family Medicine

    902 W Washington St, 
    Athens, AL 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samantha Ross is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Ross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Waddell Center Family Medicine

    902 W Washington St, 
    Athens, AL 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Woodall is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Woodall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Diabetic Neuropathy, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Eastside Family Medicine

    22289 Medical Village Dr, 
    Athens, AL 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Max Boone is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Boone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    American Family Care Athens

    1285 US Highway 72 E, 
    Athens, AL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tommie Robinson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Robinson has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Cellulitis, Sinusitis, and COVID-19.

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    30694 US Highway 72 Ste E, 
    Madison, AL 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neil Yeager is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Madison, Alabama. Dr. Yeager is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, H1N1 Influenza, and Flu.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Athens Community Care

    22454 US Highway 72 Ste 310, 
    Athens, AL 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Clark is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Clark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Aphthous Stomatitis, Sutton Disease 2, Canker Sore, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Valley Internal Medicine

    22454 US Highway 72 Ste 330, 
    Athens, AL 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Onoya is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Onoya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Cee L.L.C

    101 Fitness Way Ste 1200, 
    Athens, AL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Edwards is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Edwards is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Lung Metastases, Psoriasis, and Labyrinthitis.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1015 US Highway 72 E Ste A, 
    Athens, AL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chandra Koneru is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Koneru is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Empyema
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Empyema
    General Surgery

    Office

    1005 W Market St Ste 8, 
    Athens, AL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sam Frankel is a General Surgeon in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Frankel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Otitis, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Palatal Myoclonus, and Ozena.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1015 US Highway 72 E Ste A, 
    Athens, AL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vijaya Koneru is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Koneru is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    American Family Care Athens

    1285 US Highway 72 E, 
    Athens, AL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ian Sweitzer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Sweitzer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are H1N1 Influenza, Flu, Ethmoiditis, and Sinusitis.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Valley Obstetrics & Gynecology PC

    725 W Market St Ste B, 
    Athens, AL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melissa Gray is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Alabama. Dr. Gray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1878 Jeff Rd Ste C, 
    Madison, AL 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Royster is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Madison, Alabama. Dr. Royster is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Empyema?

    Empyema is a collection of pus in the space between the lung and the inner surface of the chest wall (pleural space).

    When should I see an Empyema doctor near Athens, AL?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Empyema doctor near Athens, AL?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Empyema doctors near Athens, AL?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Empyema doctors near Athens, AL?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Empyema doctor near Athens, AL?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Empyema doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Empyema doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Empyema doctor near Athens, AL?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Empyema doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Empyema doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Empyema doctors near Athens, AL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Empyema doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Empyema doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Empyema doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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