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    MediFind found 132 doctor with experience in Empyema near Bakersfield, CA. Of these, 112 are Experienced and 20 are Advanced.

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    132 providers found
      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Adventist Health Physicians Network

      1524 27th St, Suite 101, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Gerald Rogado is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Rogado is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome, Sinusitis, Cellulitis, and Empyema.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      2700 F St, Suite 100, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ajitpal Tiwana is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Tiwana is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Neuralgia, Mitral Valve Prolapse, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

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      Advanced in Empyema
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      3838 San Dimas St, Suite 250, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Laughlin is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Laughlin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Coccidioidomycosis, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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      Advanced in Empyema
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Hospital Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Hospital Medicine

      Hany S Aziz MD Inc

      3805 San Dimas St, Suite B, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Hany Aziz is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Aziz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Asthma in Children, and Coccidioidomycosis.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine | General Practice
      Advanced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine | General Practice
      507 W Columbus St, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Araceli Castanares is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and General Practice in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Castanares is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Industrial Bronchitis, Purpura, and Gardner-Diamond Syndrome.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Lac Medical Inc

      5300 Lennox Ave, Suite 105, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Syed Alam is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Alam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Coccidioidomycosis, Lung Metastases, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Alessandro E. Testori
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine

      Kern County Hospital Authority

      1111 Columbus St, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Alessandro Testori is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Testori is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Kaposi Sarcoma, Neuroblastoma, Breast Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine

      San Joaquin Valley Pulmonary Group

      5801 Truxtun Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Mushtaq Ahmed is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Ahmed 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), Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine

      Centric Health

      5925 Truxtun Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Rajendra Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      6001 Truxtun Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Carlos Alvarez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Alvarez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Enlarged Liver, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Hernia Surgery.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Universal Healthcare Services, Inc.

      8303 Brimhall Rd, Bldg 1500, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ramesh Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome, Cellulitis, and Otitis.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      4817 Centennial Plaza Way, Suite A, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Manick Bhardwaj is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Bhardwaj is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

      Experienced in Empyema
      General Practice
      Experienced in Empyema
      General Practice

      Ronnie Claiborne MD A Professional Corporation

      1925 17th St, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ronnie Claiborne is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Claiborne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Ventricular Septal Defects, Myositis, Macrophagic Myofasciitis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      2001 F St, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Nadim Sarkies is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Sarkies is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Industrial Bronchitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      2128 Truxtun Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kevork Bouldoukian is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Bouldoukian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Menopause, Hypothyroidism, Vertigo, and Obesity in Children.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      2203 19th St, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rosemarie Dellica is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Dellica is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Empyema, Sinusitis, Headache, and Invertebral Disc Disease.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      2323 16th St, Suite 200, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Young Park is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Park is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Cirrhosis.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Chester Avenue Medical Offices

      2531 Chester Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Amy Mehta is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Coccidioidomycosis, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Cataract Removal, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Mehta is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Experienced in Empyema
      2530 F St, Suite 101, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Waguespack is an Urologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Waguespack 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), Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      2615 H St, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Raju Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

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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 Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Bakersfield, CA?

      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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