The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Northbrook, IL

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The 20 Best Empyema Doctors near Northbrook, IL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 561 doctor with experience in Empyema near Northbrook, IL. Of these, 489 are Experienced, 67 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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    Joseph Raviv
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    501 Skokie Blvd., 
    Northbrook, IL 
     (2.0 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.

    Rahul R. Modi
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Family Medicine

    1412 Waukegan Rd, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rahul Modi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Modi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Mixed Gonadal Dysgenesis, Turner Syndrome, Perrault Syndrome, and Osteomyelitis in Children.

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

    Advocate Medical Group Pulmonology

    9000 Waukegan Rd, Ste 220, 
    Morton Grove, IL 
     (6.0 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.

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

    Advocate Memory Center

    1875 Dempster St, Ste 520, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
     (6.2 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.

    Michael S. Mcguire
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema
    2701 Patriot Blvd, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Mcguire is a Urologist in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Mcguire has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Select Outpatient Services Inc

    2600 Compass Rd, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alain Lambert is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Lambert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Chronic Kidney Disease. Dr. Lambert is currently accepting new patients.

    Sue Kim
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

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

    Sue J. Kim, MD, an otolaryngologist at Endeavor Health, provides medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose and throat. She evaluates and treats a wide range of ENT concerns, including sinus issues, hearing disorders and throat conditions. Dr. Kim works with patients of all ages to deliver personalized, evidence-based care that supports long-term health. Dr. Kim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome.

    Kristian Novakovic
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 3000, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (2.7 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 
     (2.7 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 
     (2.7 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 
     (2.7 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.

    Jodi Zuckerman
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Midwest ENT Alliance, PLLC

    1160 Park Ave. West, Suite 4N, 
    Highland Park, IL 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jodi Zuckerman is an Otolaryngologist in Highland Park, Illinois. Dr. Zuckerman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Otitis, Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, and DFNB1.

    Ari Taitz
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Midwest ENT Alliance, PLLC

    1160 Park Ave. West, Suite 4N, 
    Highland Park, IL 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ari Taitz is an Otolaryngologist in Highland Park, Illinois. Dr. Taitz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, and Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.

    Elliot Lieberman
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Midwest ENT Alliance, PLLC

    1160 Park Ave. West, Suite 4N, 
    Highland Park, IL 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Elliot Lieberman is an Otolaryngologist in Highland Park, Illinois. Dr. Lieberman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are DFNB1, Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, Tinnitus, and Parathyroidectomy.

    Michael Paik
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Distinguished in Empyema
    2101 South Arlington Heights Road, Suite 150, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
     (9.1 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.

    Michael J. Keller
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    2701 Patriot Blvd, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Keller is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Keller has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and 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 Veno-Occlusive Disease, and Pneumonia.

    Ilan Y. Zincof
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    2701 Patriot Blvd, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ilan Zincof is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Zincof has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Lung Metastases.

    Sameer Alvi
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology | Dentistry | Hand Surgery
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology | Dentistry | Hand Surgery

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

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

    Sameer Ahmed Alvi, MD, an otolaryngologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in the treatment of head and neck cancers, including thyroid, parathyroid and skin cancers. He collaborates closely with a multidisciplinary team and utilizes advanced technologies to support precise diagnosis and effective treatment. Dr. Alvi is committed to helping patients navigate complex diagnoses with compassion, expertise and coordinated care. Dr. Alvi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Tonsil Stones, Male Pattern Baldness, Mikulicz Disease, Mastoidectomy, and Myringotomy.

    Steven Boas
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pediatric Pulmonology | Technologist | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pediatric Pulmonology | Technologist | Pediatrics

    Steven R. Boas, MD, SC

    191 Waukegan Rd., Suite 200, 
    Northfield, IL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Boas is a Technologist and a Pediatrics provider in Northfield, Illinois. Dr. Boas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Cystic Fibrosis, Pectus Excavatum, and Pseudomonas Stutzeri Infections.

    Tomasz Kuzniar
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Cardiology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Cardiology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 2000, 
    Glenview, IL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tomasz J. Kuzniar, MD, a pulmonologist and critical care specialist at Endeavor Health, cares for patients with sleep disorders, lung disease and respiratory failure. He treats asthma, COPD, sleep apnea and lung nodules. Fluent in English, French and Polish, Dr. Kuzniar offers bronchoscopy, thoracentesis and sleep studies to support lung and cardiac health. Dr. Kuzniar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Central Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, 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 Northbrook, 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 Northbrook, 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 Northbrook, 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 Northbrook, 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 Northbrook, 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 Northbrook, 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 Northbrook, 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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