The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Arlington Heights, IL

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The 20 Best Empyema Doctors near Arlington Heights, IL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 593 doctor with experience in Empyema near Arlington Heights, IL. Of these, 515 are Experienced, 72 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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    Michael Paik
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Distinguished in Empyema
    2101 South Arlington Heights Road, Suite 150, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Paik is a Urologist in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Dr. Paik is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are UPJ Obstruction, Hydronephrosis, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Joseph M. Chimino
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

    77 Rand Rd, 
    Des Plaines, IL 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Chimino is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Plaines, Illinois. Dr. Chimino 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 Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Anthony T. Mccormack
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Advocate Memory Center

    1875 Dempster St, Ste 520, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Mccormack is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Mccormack is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

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    Elizabeth Klein
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Pulmonology

    9000 Waukegan Rd, Ste 220, 
    Morton Grove, IL 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Elizabeth Klein is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Morton Grove, Illinois. Dr. Klein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Gastrostomy.

    Phuong N. Huynh
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema
    2101 South Arlington Heights Road, Suite 150, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    My philosophy of care is to provide a complete picture as much as possible and to provide an expert opinion of the options available for comprehensive care. Dr. Huynh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hydronephrosis, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, UPJ Obstruction, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Sam Khalili
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    880 W. Central Rd., Suite 7200, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sam Khalili, MD, an otolaryngologist and head and neck surgeon at Endeavor Health, treats the full spectrum of ENT conditions, from sinus and nasal complaints to complex skull base tumors. He uses advanced technologies like endoscopic cameras, robotic surgery and genetic analysis to deliver high-quality care. Dr. Khalili partners with patients throughout their treatment journey, ensuring they remain in control and supported every step of the way. Dr. Khalili is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Perichondritis, Low Nasal Bridge, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Pituitary Tumor, and Myringotomy.

    Michael Ross
    Advanced in Empyema
    Urology | Community Health Worker | Counselor
    Advanced in Empyema
    Urology | Community Health Worker | Counselor

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    880 W. Central Rd., Suite 5000, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael J. Ross, MD, a urologist at Endeavor Health, provides care for conditions affecting the urinary tract and male reproductive system. With over a decade of experience, he offers medical and surgical treatment options tailored to support urologic health and patient quality of life. Dr. Ross is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are UPJ Obstruction, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Perirenal Abscess, Boils, and Ureteroscopy.

    Jeffrey P. Norris
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    UroPartners, LLC, Ste 200

    1660 Feehanville Dr, 
    Mount Prospect, IL 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Norris is a Urologist in Mount Prospect, Illinois. Dr. Norris is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Kidney Stones, Perirenal Abscess, Carbuncle, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Scott I. Tiplitsky
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    UroPartners, LLC, Ste 200

    1660 Feehanville Dr, 
    Mount Prospect, IL 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Tiplitsky is a Urologist in Mount Prospect, Illinois. Dr. Tiplitsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Perirenal Abscess, Carbuncle, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Gordon R. Gluckman
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    UroPartners, LLC, Ste 200

    1660 Feehanville Dr, 
    Mount Prospect, IL 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gordon Gluckman is a Urologist in Mount Prospect, Illinois. Dr. Gluckman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Bladder Stones, Prostate Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Jeffrey A. Pearl
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    UroPartners, LLC, Ste 200

    1660 Feehanville Dr, 
    Mount Prospect, IL 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Pearl is a Urologist in Mount Prospect, Illinois. Dr. Pearl is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Fibrosis, Obstructive Uropathy, Boils, Ureteroscopy, and Nephrectomy.

    Narendra Narepalem
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    UroPartners, LLC, Ste 200

    1660 Feehanville Dr, 
    Mount Prospect, IL 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Narendra Narepalem is a Urologist in Mount Prospect, Illinois. Dr. Narepalem is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    James Kim
    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    2101 South Arlington Heights Road, Suite 150, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Having been a Urologist for 20 years, I find that my relationship with my patients is central to their optimal care. I take time to get to know them and their 'care team' including their extended family. I get to know their expectations, life philosophies and help them realize that every decision we make regarding their care is a shared decision. My patients are aware of the standard of care guidelines to manage their conditions, but I always counsel my patients on all the available options and allow them to make a tailored decision for themselves. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hydronephrosis, Obstructive Uropathy, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Steven Geller
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    1614 W. Central Ave., Suite 105, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven M. Geller, MD, a pulmonologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the lungs and respiratory system. Dr. Geller brings decades of experience to the management of chronic respiratory illnesses, including asthma, COPD and interstitial lung disease. He works closely with patients to improve lung function, reduce symptoms and enhance quality of life through personalized care plans. Dr. Geller 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), Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Pneumonia.

    April Szafran
    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    880 W. Central Rd., Suite 5000, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    April Szafran, MD, PhD, a urologist at Endeavor Health, provides surgical and nonsurgical care for patients with conditions such as kidney stones, urinary dysfunction and cancers of the urinary tract. Her clinical interests include sexual health, male reconstructive surgery and robotic techniques. She treats both men and women and works closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated care across the surgical journey. Dr. Szafran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Obstructive Uropathy, Hydronephrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Michael Lim
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Michael Lim, MD

    1700 W. Central Rd., Suite 220, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Lim is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Dr. Lim has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), High Cholesterol, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    George Smyrniotis
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Suburban Ear, Nose & Throat Assoc., Ltd.

    5999 New Wilke Rd., Building 1, 
    Rolling Meadows, IL 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    George Smyrniotis is an Otolaryngologist in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Dr. Smyrniotis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Vertigo, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, and Myringotomy.

    Glenn Schwartz
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Suburban Ear, Nose & Throat Assoc., Ltd.

    5999 New Wilke Rd., Building 1, 
    Rolling Meadows, IL 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Glenn Schwartz is an Otolaryngologist in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Dr. Schwartz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Osteitis Fibrosa, and Gastrostomy.

    Marci Pugnale
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Suburban Ear, Nose & Throat Assoc., Ltd.

    5999 New Wilke Rd., Building 1, 
    Rolling Meadows, IL 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marci Pugnale is an Otolaryngologist in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Dr. Pugnale is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Tinnitus, Familial Deafness, Herpes Zoster Oticus, and Vertigo.

    Lon Petchenik
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Suburban Ear, Nose & Throat Assoc., Ltd.

    5999 New Wilke Rd., Building 1, 
    Rolling Meadows, IL 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lon Petchenik is an Otolaryngologist in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Dr. Petchenik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Cholesteatoma, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Myringotomy, and Gastrostomy.

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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 Arlington Heights, IL?

    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 Arlington Heights, IL?

    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 Arlington Heights, IL?

    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 Arlington Heights, IL?

    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 Arlington Heights, IL?

    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 Arlington Heights, IL?

    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 Arlington Heights, IL?

    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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