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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 222 doctor with experience in Empyema near Gardendale, AL. Of these, 169 are Experienced, 49 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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    222 providers found
      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Vincentian Physician Services LLC

      2217 Decatur Hwy, Suite 101, 
      Gardendale, AL 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Joseph Brewer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gardendale, Alabama. Dr. Brewer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Brewer is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Champion Sports Medicine Birmingham, LLC

      592 Fieldstown Rd, Suite 114and116, 
      Gardendale, AL 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      William Sides is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gardendale, Alabama. Dr. Sides is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Sides is currently accepting new patients.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine

      Champion Sports Medicine Birmingham, LLC

      592 Fieldstown Rd, Suite 114and116, 
      Gardendale, AL 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kelli Grinder is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gardendale, Alabama. Dr. Grinder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Purpura, Autoerythrocyte Sensitivity, Gardner-Diamond Syndrome, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Grinder is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine

      Affinity Physician Services, LLC

      2215 Decatur Hwy, Suite 117, 
      Gardendale, AL 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Gilbert Douglas is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gardendale, Alabama. Dr. Douglas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Douglas is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine

      Vincentian Physician Services LLC

      2217 Decatur Hwy, Suite 101, 
      Gardendale, AL 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Melissa Toner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gardendale, Alabama. Dr. Toner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Trigeminal Neuralgia, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Toner is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Birmingham Internal Medicine Associates, LLC

      2650 Decatur Hwy, 
      Gardendale, AL 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Alan Hanley is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gardendale, Alabama. Dr. Hanley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Myelomeningocele, Tethered Cord Syndrome, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Hanley is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      2619 Decatur Hwy, 
      Fultondale, AL 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Larry Wade is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fultondale, Alabama. Dr. Wade is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Morning Sickness, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Low Blood Pressure, and Fainting. Dr. Wade is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Empyema
      Distinguished in Empyema

      University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, PC

      619 19th St S, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (10.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Bradford Woodworth is an Otolaryngologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Woodworth is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Sinusitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Septoplasty, and Endoscopy. Dr. Woodworth is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Empyema
      Geriatrics | General Practice
      Distinguished in Empyema
      Geriatrics | General Practice

      American Family Care, LLC

      5892 Trussville Crsng Pkwy, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (10.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jerry Hankins is a primary care provider, a Geriatrics specialist and a General Practice provider in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Hankins is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, Flu, and Cellulitis. Dr. Hankins is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Distinguished in Empyema
      Internal Medicine

      Urgent Care South, Inc.

      143 White Oak Trl, 
      Warrior, AL 
       (13.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Patton is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Warrior, Alabama. Dr. Patton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, Cellulitis, and Tracheitis. Dr. Patton is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Empyema
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Empyema
      Otolaryngology
      516 Brookwood Blvd Ste 100, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (13.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Willie Cornay is an Otolaryngologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Cornay is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Empyema, Sinusitis, Allergic Rhinitis, and Grass Allergy.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      3200 16th St N, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (6.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      J Pitts is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Pitts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      National Family Medical Associates Of Alabama, LLC

      2525 Ctr Point Pkwy, Suite B, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (7.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Robyn Stiff is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Stiff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Familial HDL Deficiency. Dr. Stiff is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      4338 Main St, 
      Pinson, AL 
       (7.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      David Bryant is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pinson, Alabama. Dr. Bryant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, Endoscopy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Bryant is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      1160 Huffman Rd, Parkway Medical Center, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      James Sullivan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Sullivan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Opioid Use Disorder, Hepatitis C, Insomnia, and Tracheitis. Dr. Sullivan is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      9772 Parkway E, American Family Care Inc, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Deborah Roman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Roman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Tracheitis, Sinusitis, and Empyema. Dr. Roman is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      9772 Parkway E, American Family Care, Inc., 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bob Pike is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Pike is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Empyema, and Sinusitis.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      9174 Parkway E, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (8.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Emily Keeton is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Keeton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Apparent Mineralocorticoid Excess, Hyperaldosteronism, Familial Hyperaldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      9174 Parkway E, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (8.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

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

      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine

      Eastern Medical Specialists, P.C.

      48 Medical Park Dr E, Suite 452, 
      Birmingham, AL 
       (9.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jennifer White is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. White 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Dr. White is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Gardendale, 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 Gardendale, 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 Gardendale, 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 Gardendale, 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 Gardendale, 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 Gardendale, 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 Gardendale, 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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