The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Dalton, GA

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The 20 Best Empyema Doctors near Dalton, GA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 42 doctor with experience in Empyema near Dalton, GA. Of these, 33 are Experienced and 9 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Empyema
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Empyema
    General Surgery

    Dalton Ear Nose & Throat Associates, PC.

    1436 Chattanooga Ave, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Dinges is a General Surgeon in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Dinges is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Otitis, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Empyema.

    Advanced in Empyema
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Empyema
    General Surgery

    Dalton Ear Nose & Throat Associates, PC.

    1436 Chattanooga Ave, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Ryals is a General Surgeon in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Ryals is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Sialadenitis, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Laryngectomy, and Septoplasty.

    Experienced in Empyema
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Empyema
    General Surgery

    Dalton Ear Nose & Throat Associates, PC.

    1436 Chattanooga Ave, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sean Coleman is a General Surgeon in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Coleman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Osteitis Fibrosa, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism, and Parathyroidectomy.

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    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    St Joseph Clinic

    1102 West Waugh Street, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

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

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Dalton Family Practice PC

    1114 Professional Blvd, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Delay is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Delay 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 Empyema.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1209 W Walnut Ave Ste 1, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Derek Heldzinger is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Heldzinger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Flu, Ethmoiditis, Cellulitis, and Sinusitis.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1107 Memorial Dr Ste 300, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kerry Neises is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Neises is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Common Cold, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Nisar Medical Center Inc.

    1407 Chattanooga Ave # B, 
    Dalton,, GA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Azhar Nisar is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dalton,, Georgia. Dr. Nisar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Lung Metastases, and High Cholesterol.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Urology | Surgical Oncology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Urology | Surgical Oncology

    Adventist Health System Georgia Inc

    106 Hospital Dr, 
    Chatsworth, GA 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hak Lee is a Urologist and a Surgical Oncologist in Chatsworth, Georgia. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hydronephrosis, UPJ Obstruction, Obstructive Uropathy, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    German Garcia MD PC

    1143 E Walnut Ave, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    German Garcia is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Garcia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Multiple Myeloma, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Glenn H Boyd MD PC

    1203 Memorial Dr, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Glenn Boyd is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Boyd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Anemia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Hip Replacement, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    Hamilton Physician Group, Inc

    1200 Memorial Dr, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Erick Kimmerling is a Sleep Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Kimmerling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Cancer, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Kimmerling is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    San Pablo Clinic LLC

    1301 Broadrick Dr, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Julia Garcia is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Garcia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Diffuse Mesangial Sclerosis, Denys-Drash Syndrome (DDS), Frasier Syndrome, and Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Hamilton Convenient Care

    1012 Burleyson Rd, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alicia Weksler is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Weksler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Cirrhosis.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    North Georgia Urology Center, Pc, Inc

    1434 Broadrick Dr, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Turkish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Veys is a Urologist in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Veys is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, UPJ Obstruction, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Veys is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    North Georgia Urology Center, Pc, Inc

    1434 Broadrick Dr, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Idom is a Urologist in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Idom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Prostate Cancer, UPJ Obstruction, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Idom is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    North Georgia Urology Center, Pc, Inc

    1434 Broadrick Dr, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Patrick Foley is a Urologist in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Foley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, UPJ Obstruction, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Foley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Hamilton Wound And Hyperbaric Services

    1109 Burleyson Rd Ste 102, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christina Sikes is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Sikes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Cellulitis, Sinusitis, and Empyema.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Geriatrics
    Experienced in Empyema
    Geriatrics

    Whitfield County Board Of Health

    800 Professional Blvd, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Elam is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Elam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Dalton Family Practice PC

    1114 Professional Blvd, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brandon Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Cirrhosis.

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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 Dalton, 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 Dalton, 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 Dalton, 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 Dalton, 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 Dalton, 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 Dalton, 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 Dalton, 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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