The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Meriden, CT

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The 20 Best Empyema Doctors near Meriden, CT

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 276 doctor with experience in Empyema near Meriden, CT. Of these, 242 are Experienced, 27 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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276 providers found
    Advanced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Medical Oncology & Hematology PC

    455 Lewis Ave, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Laurence Nair is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Nair 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, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Ct Pulmonary LLC

    455 Lewis Ave Ste 206, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ali Hemdan is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Hemdan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Pleural Effusion, Bladder Reconstruction, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Ct Pulmonary LLC

    455 Lewis Ave Ste 206, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Humnah Khudayar is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Khudayar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Cerebral Hypoxia, Lung Nodules, and Lung Metastases.

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    John A. Testa
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Trinity Health Of New England Medical Group - Men's Health Institute/Cheshire Primary Care

    1154 Highland Ave, 
    Cheshire, CT 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Testa is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cheshire, Connecticut. Dr. Testa has been practicing medicine for over 27 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Subacute Combined Degeneration, Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Dr. Testa is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Starling Physicians PLLC

    300 Kensington Ave, 
    New Britain, CT 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Watson is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in New Britain, Connecticut. Dr. Watson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Office

    292 W Main St, 
    New Britain, CT 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Melnik is an Otolaryngologist in New Britain, Connecticut. Dr. Melnik is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, Nasal Septal Hematoma, and Low Nasal Bridge.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Community Health Center Inc

    134 State St, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Urology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Urology

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group Specialists PLLC

    455 Lewis Ave, Suite 210, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Pyo is a Urologist in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Pyo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Uropathy, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Boils, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group Specialists PLLC

    455 Lewis Ave, Suite 210, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jean Wong is a Urologist in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Wong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Kidney Stones, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group Specialists PLLC

    455 Lewis Ave, Suite 210, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Evan Shreck is a Urologist in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Shreck has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and 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), Boils, Folliculitis, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group Specialists PLLC

    455 Lewis Ave, Suite 210, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathryn Wagner is a Urologist in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Wagner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Boils, Vasectomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Meriden Family Practice

    816 Broad St Ste 24, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Doan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Doan has been practicing medicine for over 22 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Meriden Family Practice

    816 Broad St Ste 24, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alex Faustin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Faustin has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Sitosterolemia, Infant Hyperglycemia, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Meriden Internal Medicine

    816 Broad St Ste 29, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    45+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tatiana Feld is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Feld has been practicing medicine for over 45 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Fungal Arthritis, Obesity in Children, High Cholesterol, and Folate Deficiency.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Meriden Family Practice

    816 Broad St Ste 24, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pamela Carrington is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Carrington has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Prerenal Azotemia, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Meriden Internal Medicine

    816 Broad St Ste 29, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nirmala Ramadhar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Ramadhar has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Cirrhosis.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    546 S Broad St Ste 4C, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Lendino is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Lendino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Optum Connecticut-Meriden Family Practice

    816 Broad St Ste 24, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rashele Yarborough is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Yarborough is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Otitis Media with Effusion, Sitosterolemia, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Prohealth Physicians Primary Care, Groton

    85 Poheganut Dr, 
    Groton, CT 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anna Augustin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Groton, Connecticut. Dr. Augustin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Asthma, Chronic Pain, and Empyema.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    546 S Broad St, Suite 4c, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Allen is a Urologist in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Allen 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), Boils, Ureteroscopy, and Vasectomy.

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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 Meriden, CT?

    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 Meriden, CT?

    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 Meriden, CT?

    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 Meriden, CT?

    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 Meriden, CT?

    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 Meriden, CT?

    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 Meriden, CT?

    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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