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    MediFind found 96 doctor with experience in Empyema near Athens, GA. Of these, 77 are Experienced, 18 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    96 providers found
      Distinguished in Empyema
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Empyema
      Otolaryngology

      Ent Of Athens, LLC

      150 Nacoochee Ave, 
      Athens, GA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Byron Norris is an Otolaryngologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Norris is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, and Sinusitis. Dr. Norris is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Empyema
      Otolaryngology

      Ent Of Athens, LLC

      150 Nacoochee Ave, 
      Athens, GA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Blake Kimbrell is an Otolaryngologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Kimbrell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Mikulicz Disease, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, and Myringotomy. Dr. Kimbrell is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Empyema
      Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery | Allergy and Immunology
      Advanced in Empyema
      Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery | Allergy and Immunology

      Ent Of Athens, LLC

      150 Nacoochee Ave, 
      Athens, GA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Charles Mixson is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Mixson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, Macroglossia, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Mixson is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Empyema
      Advanced in Empyema

      Ent Of Athens, LLC

      150 Nacoochee Ave, 
      Athens, GA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Christian Barnes is an Otolaryngologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Barnes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, DFNB1, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Barnes is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Athens Primary Care LLC

      1199 Prince Ave, 
      Athens, GA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Tia Neely is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Neely is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Neely is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Board Of Regents Of The University System Of Georgia

      55 Carlton St, 
      Athens, GA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Kanarese, Kannada, Telugu
      Accepting New Patients

      Satya Thippareddi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Thippareddi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Syphilis, Gonorrhea, Cellulitis, and Scabies. Dr. Thippareddi is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Board Of Regents Of The University System Of Georgia

      55 Carlton St, 
      Athens, GA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Fred Reifsteck is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Reifsteck is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Lymphadenitis, Peptic Ulcer, Cellulitis, and Necrosis. Dr. Reifsteck is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Athens Primary Care LLC

      139 Alps Rd, 
      Athens, GA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      John Hill is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Hill is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Hill is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Athens Pulmonary And Allergy, P.C.

      3320 Old Jefferson Rd, 
      Athens, GA 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Thomas Martin is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Martin 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, Lung Nodules, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Martin is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Athens Pulmonary And Allergy, P.C.

      3320 Old Jefferson Rd, 200a, 
      Athens, GA 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Nehal Bhatt is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Bhatt 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), and Lung Nodules. Dr. Bhatt is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Athens Pulmonary And Allergy, P.C.

      3320 Old Jefferson Rd, 
      Athens, GA 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      43+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Francis Jenkins is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Jenkins 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 Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Bronchiectasis, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Dr. Jenkins is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Athens Pulmonary And Allergy, P.C.

      3320 Old Jefferson Rd, 200a, 
      Athens, GA 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Milos Tucakovic is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Tucakovic is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Pneumonia, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Tucakovic is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Athens Primary Care LLC

      1500 Oglethorpe Ave, Suite 3400, 
      Athens, GA 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Dutch
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Charles Braucher is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Braucher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Glossitis, Pernicious Anemia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis. Dr. Braucher is currently accepting new patients.

      Michael E. Nelson
      Experienced in Empyema
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Athens Primary Care LLC

      1500 Oglethorpe Ave, Suite 2200, 
      Athens, GA 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Dutch, French
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Nelson is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are H1N1 Influenza, Impetigo, Otitis, and Fetal Parvovirus Syndrome. Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine

      Reddy Urgent Care LLC

      1061 Dowdy Rd, Suite 100, 
      Athens, GA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Spanish, Telugu
      Accepting New Patients

      Ram Reddy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Reddy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Opioid Use Disorder, Bronchitis, Chronic Cough, and Acute Cystitis. Dr. Reddy is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Oconee Family Practice PC

      1747 Langford Drive, Building 400, Suite 105, 
      Watkinsville, GA 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Mark Earhart is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Earhart is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Earhart is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Family Medicine

      Athens Model Neighborhood Health Center Inc

      675 College Ave, 
      Athens, GA 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Stalina Gowdie is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Gowdie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Gowdie is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      General Practice
      Experienced in Empyema
      General Practice

      Athens Model Neighborhood Health Center Inc

      675 College Ave, 
      Athens, GA 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Gail Hurley is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Hurley 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 Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Hurley is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Empyema
      Otolaryngology

      Ent Of Athens, LLC

      150 Nacoochee Ave, 
      Athens, GA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Elizabeth Katz is an Otolaryngologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Katz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, DFNB1, Infant Hearing Loss, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Katz is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Empyema
      Experienced in Empyema

      Ent Of Athens, LLC

      150 Nacoochee Ave, 
      Athens, GA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Alexander Murphey is an Otolaryngologist in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Murphey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Ruptured Eardrum, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Murphey 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 Athens, GA?

      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 Athens, GA?

      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 Athens, GA?

      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 Athens, GA?

      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 Athens, GA?

      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 Athens, GA?

      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 Athens, GA?

      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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