The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in valley center, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 113 doctor with experience in Empyema near valley center, CA. Of these, 108 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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113 providers found
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Palomar Health Valley Center Road

    28743 Valley Center Rd, 
    Valley Center, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roy Johnson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Valley Center, California. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Familial Hypertension, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Escondido - El Norte Office

    306 W El Norte Pkwy Ste S, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neil Tarzy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Tarzy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, High Cholesterol, Cerebral Palsy, and Sitosterolemia.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Escondido - El Norte Office

    306 W El Norte Pkwy Ste S, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anna Rita-Foraci is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Rita-Foraci is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tietz Syndrome, Costochondritis, Sitosterolemia, and Infant Hyperglycemia.

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    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Neighborhood Healthcare-Valley Parkway

    728 E Valley Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kevin Mould is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Mould is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Ascites, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Mould is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Neighborhood Healthcare-Valley Parkway

    728 E Valley Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Maritza Wilson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Wilson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Apo A-I Deficiency, and Fish-Eye Disease. Dr. Wilson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Escondido Office - Second Avenue Internal Medicine

    225 E 2nd Ave Ste 102, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Juancarlos Franco is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Franco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Diabetic Nephropathy, Osteomyelitis in Children, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Franco is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Truecare

    150 Valpreda Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Samuel Poniachik is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Poniachik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, AIDS Dementia Complex, and HIV/AIDS. Dr. Poniachik is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    UC San Diego Health Rancho Bernardo Urgent Care

    16950 Via Tazon, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ian-cromwell Diaz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Diaz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses AIDS Dementia Complex, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, HIV/AIDS, and Myelitis.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Ear Nose & Throat / Allergy & Asthma

    225 E 2nd Ave Ste 230, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Saurabh Shah is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Deafness, Low Nasal Bridge, Nasal Septal Hematoma, and Perichondritis. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Truecare

    150 Valpreda Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Devarshi Nath is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Nath is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Bronchitis, and Lymphangitis.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Graybill Medical Group Inc

    306 W El Norte Pkwy, Suite S, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Haffie is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Haffie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Purpura, Gardner-Diamond Syndrome, Autoerythrocyte Sensitivity, and Osteomyelitis in Children.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Neighborhood Healthcare

    460 N Elm St, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christine Pham is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Pham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Obesity, Food Allergy, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Neighborhood Healthcare

    460 N Elm St, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kekoa Ede is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Ede is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schizoaffective Disorder, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Obesity, and Obesity in Children.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Neighborhood Healthcare-Valley Parkway

    728 E Valley Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Archana Narayan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Narayan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Neighborhood Healthcare-Valley Parkway

    728 E Valley Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kulin Tantod is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Tantod is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Neighborhood Healthcare-Valley Parkway

    728 E Valley Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Medway is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Medway is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Obesity, Food Allergy, and Bacterial Gastroenteritis.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Neighborhood Healthcare-Valley Parkway

    728 E Valley Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Margaret Chen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Obesity in Children, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Escondido - Grand Avenue Office

    625 E Grand Ave, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alan Chang is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autoerythrocyte Sensitivity, Gardner-Diamond Syndrome, Purpura, and Homocystinuria.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Escondido - Grand Avenue Office

    625 E Grand Ave, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Indira Molai is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Molai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Office

    488 E Valley Pkwy Ste 211, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Otoshi is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Otoshi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Asthma in Children, Bronchiectasis, Asthma, and Lung Metastases. Dr. Otoshi is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 valley center, 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 valley center, 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 valley center, 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 valley center, 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 valley center, 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 valley center, 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 valley center, 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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