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    MediFind found 67 doctor with experience in Empyema near Alma, AR. Of these, 50 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    67 providers found
      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Fands Physical Therapy, Inc

      1414 Hwy 71 N, 
      Alma, AR 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Matthew Mclellan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alma, Arkansas. Dr. Mclellan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). Dr. Mclellan is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Advanced in Empyema

      Baptist Health Services

      5500 Ellsworth Rd, 
      Fort Smith, AR 
       (12.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kyle Basham is an Urologist in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Basham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are UPJ Obstruction, Obstructive Uropathy, Perirenal Abscess, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Basham is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Baptist Health Services

      1001 Towson Ave, Suite 400, 
      Fort Smith, AR 
       (13.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Arturo Meade is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Meade is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Meade is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities

      605 Heather Ln, 
      Alma, AR 
       (0.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Arthur Pearson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alma, Arkansas. Dr. Pearson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Pearson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Fands Physical Therapy, Inc

      1414 Hwy 71 N, 
      Alma, AR 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Harold Hill is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alma, Arkansas. Dr. Hill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, and Sciatica. Dr. Hill is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Fands Physical Therapy, Inc

      1414 Hwy 71 N, 
      Alma, AR 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Laura Adams is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alma, Arkansas. Dr. Adams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Tracheitis, Periodic Limb Movement Disorder, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Adams is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine

      Fands Physical Therapy, Inc

      1414 Hwy 71 N, 
      Alma, AR 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Brent Reeves is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alma, Arkansas. Dr. Reeves is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Reeves is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine

      Fands Physical Therapy, Inc

      1414 Hwy 71 N, 
      Alma, AR 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Christopher Hardin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alma, Arkansas. Dr. Hardin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Hardin is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Fands Physical Therapy, Inc

      1414 Hwy 71 N, 
      Alma, AR 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Javed Rana is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alma, Arkansas. Dr. Rana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Opioid Induced Constipation, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Rana is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Fands Physical Therapy, Inc

      1414 Hwy 71 N, 
      Alma, AR 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Von Phomakay is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alma, Arkansas. Dr. Phomakay 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 Angiosarcoma of the Liver. Dr. Phomakay is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Experienced in Empyema

      Wound Integrity Arkansas, PA

      7306 Rogers Ave, 
      Fort Smith, AR 
       (11.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Chansamorn Nouansavane is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Nouansavane is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Cellulitis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Nouansavane is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Sophia Meyer Family Medicine LLC

      620 Broadway St, 
      Van Buren, AR 
       (8.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Stephanie Frisbie is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Van Buren, Arkansas. Dr. Frisbie is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Insomnia, Diabetic Neuropathy, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Frisbie is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Empyema
      Distinguished in Empyema

      Baptist Health Services

      5500 Ellsworth Rd, 
      Fort Smith, AR 
       (12.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ronald Knobloch is an Urologist in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Knobloch is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, UPJ Obstruction, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Knobloch is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities

      2800 Fayetteville Rd, 
      Van Buren, AR 
       (7.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Robert Baker is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Van Buren, Arkansas. Dr. Baker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Baker is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities

      2800 Fayetteville Rd, 
      Van Buren, AR 
       (7.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Misty Gonzalez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Van Buren, Arkansas. Dr. Gonzalez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Gonzalez is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      109 W Pointer Trail, 
      Van Buren, AR 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Carolyn Dillard is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Van Buren, Arkansas. Dr. Dillard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Hypertension. Dr. Dillard is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Advanced in Empyema

      Urologic Specialists Of Oklahoma Inc

      6801 Rogers Ave, Suite 202, 
      Fort Smith, AR 
       (11.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Wesley Brookover is an Urologist in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Brookover is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, UPJ Obstruction, Ureteroscopy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Brookover is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Advanced in Empyema

      Urologic Specialists Of Oklahoma Inc

      6801 Rogers Ave, Suite 202, 
      Fort Smith, AR 
       (11.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Charles Pritchard is an Urologist in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Pritchard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Kidney Stones, UPJ Obstruction, Boils, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Pritchard is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Empyema
      Otolaryngology

      Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities

      6801 Rogers Ave, 
      Fort Smith, AR 
       (11.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Larry Linson is an Otolaryngologist in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Linson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Grass Allergy, Empyema, Sinusitis, and Allergic Rhinitis. Dr. Linson is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Advanced in Empyema

      Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Communities

      6801 Rogers Ave, 
      Fort Smith, AR 
       (11.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      43+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Gwartney is an Otolaryngologist in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dr. Gwartney has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Empyema, Sinusitis, Grass Allergy, and Allergic Rhinitis. Dr. Gwartney 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 Alma, AR?

      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 Alma, AR?

      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 Alma, AR?

      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 Alma, AR?

      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 Alma, AR?

      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 Alma, AR?

      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 Alma, AR?

      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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