The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Ankeny, IA

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The 20 Best Empyema Doctors near Ankeny, IA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 156 doctor with experience in Empyema near Ankeny, IA. Of these, 131 are Experienced, 22 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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156 providers found
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Urology Center Of Iowa PLLC

    111 Nw 9th St, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kevin Birusingh is a Urologist in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Birusingh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Uropathy, Perirenal Abscess, Carbuncle, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Birusingh is currently accepting new patients.

    Laura Abels
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Mercyone Clinic Laboratory-Ankeny

    800 E 1st St Ste 1700, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Abels is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Abels is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Spasticity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, and Familial Hypertension.

    David Harrison
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Mercyone Clinic Laboratory-Ankeny

    800 E 1st St Ste 1700, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Harrison is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Harrison is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

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    Dominick Ervelli
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Mercyone Clinic Laboratory-Ankeny

    800 E 1st St Ste 1700, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dominick Ervelli is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Ervelli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Richter Syndrome, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Diverticular Disease, and Hip Replacement.

    Ricardo Bendezu
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Mercyone Clinic Laboratory-Ankeny

    800 E 1st St Ste 1700, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ricardo Bendezu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Bendezu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    George Gura
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Mercyone Clinic Laboratory-Ankeny

    800 E 1st St Ste 1700, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Gura is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Gura is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Gitelman Syndrome, Low Potassium Level, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Brian Scott
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Mercy Clinics Inc.

    120 NW 36th St, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Scott is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Scott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, and Hypertension.

    Giuliana Vande
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Mercy Clinics Inc.

    120 NW 36th St, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Giuliana Vande is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Vande is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Amy Mitchell
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Mercy Clinics Inc.

    2605 SW White Birch Dr, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Mitchell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, High Cholesterol, Macroamylasemia, and Hypertension.

    Jason Kopp
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Mercy Clinics Inc.

    2605 SW White Birch Dr, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Kopp is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Kopp 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 High Cholesterol.

    Kevin Hanigan
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Mercy Clinics Inc.

    2605 SW White Birch Dr, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Hanigan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Hanigan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Tristan Mckenna
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Mercy Clinics Inc.

    2605 SW White Birch Dr, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tristan Mckenna is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Mckenna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Insomnia, Sciatica, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Neil Horning
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Mercyone East Village Clinics

    411 Laurel St Ste A120, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neil Horning is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Horning 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, Asthma, Pleurisy, and Gastrostomy.

    Blair Westerly
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Mercyone East Village Clinics

    411 Laurel St Ste A120, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Blair Westerly is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Westerly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Asthma, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Shrey Velani
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Mercyone East Village Clinics

    411 Laurel St Ste A120, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shrey Velani is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Velani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Respiratory Acidosis, and Gastrostomy.

    Joseph Carrington
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Mercyone East Village Clinics

    411 Laurel St Ste A120, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Carrington is an Internal Medicine provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Carrington is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Respiratory Acidosis, Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Iowa Head & Neck PC

    3901 Ingersoll Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Brown is an Otolaryngologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Brown is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Palatal Myoclonus, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Sinusitis.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Mercyone Iowa Heart Center Ankeny

    800 E 1st St, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amna Tanweer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Tanweer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Empyema, Sinusitis, and Hypothyroidism.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1360 NW 18th St Ste 102, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tamra Richardson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Richardson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto Thyroiditis, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Family Physicians At Prairie Trail

    2515 SW State St Ste 100, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deanna Questad is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Questad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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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 Ankeny, IA?

    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 Ankeny, IA?

    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 Ankeny, IA?

    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 Ankeny, IA?

    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 Ankeny, IA?

    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 Ankeny, IA?

    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 Ankeny, IA?

    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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