The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Mount Prospect, IL

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The 20 Best Empyema Doctors near Mount Prospect, IL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 661 doctor with experience in Empyema near Mount Prospect, IL. Of these, 585 are Experienced, 72 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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    Michael Paik
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Distinguished in Empyema
    2101 South Arlington Heights Road, Suite 150, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
     (2.5 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 
     (0.9 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 
     (5.0 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 
     (7.2 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.

    Jeffrey P. Norris
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    UroPartners, LLC, Ste 200

    1660 Feehanville Dr, 
    Mount Prospect, IL 
     (1.7 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 
     (1.7 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 
     (1.7 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 
     (1.7 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 
     (1.7 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.

    Phuong N. Huynh
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema
    2101 South Arlington Heights Road, Suite 150, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
     (2.5 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 
     (3.0 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 
     (3.0 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.

    Kristian Novakovic
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 3000, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kristian Novakovic, MD, a urologic oncologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in treating cancers of the urinary tract, including kidney and bladder cancer. He is known for his technical expertise in robotic surgery and his commitment to shared decision-making. Dr. Novakovic prioritizes collaboration, patient education and personalized care, guiding individuals through complex diagnoses with clarity and compassion. Dr. Novakovic is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Obstructive Uropathy, Hydronephrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Nephrectomy.

    Sangtae Park
    Advanced in Empyema
    Urology | Oncology | Counselor
    Advanced in Empyema
    Urology | Oncology | Counselor

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 3000, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Offers Telehealth

    Sangtae Park, MD, a urologist at Endeavor Health, treats patients of all ages using both medical and surgical approaches. He has a special interest in managing kidney stones and tumors, aiming to relieve pain and restore health through individualized treatment plans. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Park focuses on clear communication and collaborative decision-making to help patients feel informed and supported. Dr. Park is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Kidney Stones, Obstructive Uropathy, Hydronephrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Alexander Glaser
    Advanced in Empyema
    Urology | Counselor
    Advanced in Empyema
    Urology | Counselor

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 3000, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Glaser, MD, a urologist and Vice Chief of Urology at Endeavor Health, specializes in endourology and the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). He uses advanced techniques including Aquablation and robotic-assisted surgery to provide precise, minimally invasive care. An NIH-funded surgeon-scientist and investigator with the LURN network, Dr. Glaser leads two R01 grants in BPH research. As Director of Urology Research and a clinical associate professor at the University of Chicago, he works to advance surgical innovation and improve outcomes for patients with urologic conditions. Dr. Glaser is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Obstructive Uropathy, Hydronephrosis, Aquablation, and Ureteroscopy.

    Brian Helfand
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 3000, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian T. Helfand, MD, a urologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in urologic oncology and the treatment of prostate conditions. His clinical expertise includes minimally invasive surgery, advanced laparoscopy and procedures using the da Vinci robotic system. Dr. Helfand treats conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia, prostate cancer and urinary dysfunction using personalized and evidence-based approaches. Dr. Helfand 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), Aquablation, and Prostatectomy.

    Joseph Raviv
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    501 Skokie Blvd., 
    Northbrook, IL 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph R. Raviv, MD, an fellowship-trained otolaryngologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in nasal and sinus surgery with advanced expertise in endoscopic skull base procedures.  He treats conditions such as chronic sinus disease, nasal obstruction, sinus tumors and cancers. Dr. Raviv performs procedures including endoscopic sinus surgery, septoplasty, CSF leak repair, minimally invasive endoscopic sinus and skull base tumor removal, pituitary surgery and dacryocystorhinostomy. Dr. Raviv is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, Mycetoma, Low Nasal Bridge, and Endoscopy.

    Bela D. Desai
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

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

    Bela Desai is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Plaines, Illinois. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Vitamin D Deficiency, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    UroPartners, LLC, Ste 200

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

    Eli Michaels is a Urologist in Mount Prospect, Illinois. Dr. Michaels is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Carbuncle, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    James Kim
    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    2101 South Arlington Heights Road, Suite 150, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
     (2.5 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.

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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 Mount Prospect, 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 Mount Prospect, 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 Mount Prospect, 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 Mount Prospect, 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 Mount Prospect, 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 Mount Prospect, 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 Mount Prospect, 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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