The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Pekin, IL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 64 doctor with experience in Empyema near Pekin, IL. Of these, 57 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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64 providers found
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    OSF Medical Group - Lung & Pulmonology

    1001 Main Street Suite 200, 
    Peoria, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jon Michel is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Michel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Emphysema, Bullae, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Michel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and United Council For Neurologic Subspecialties.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    OSF Medical Group - Urology

    1001 Main Street Suite 400, 
    Peoria, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Wendy Padilla is a Urologist practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Padilla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Uropathy, Hydronephrosis, Perirenal Abscess, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Padilla is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    OSF Medical Group - Urology

    1001 Main Street Suite 400, 
    Peoria, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jubilee Phan is a Urologist practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Phan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Hydronephrosis, Obstructive Uropathy, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Phan is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

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    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    OSF Medical Group - Urology

    1001 Main Street Suite 400, 
    Peoria, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Simpson is a Urologist practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Simpson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Obstructive Uropathy, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Simpson is board certified in Internship , Medical Education , Residency, General Surgery , and Residency, Urological Surgery.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Unitypoint Health Vascular Services-Pekin

    3591 Griffin Ave Ste E, 
    Pekin, IL 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Funk is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Pekin, Illinois. Dr. Funk is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, and Perichondritis.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    OSF Medical Group - Lung & Pulmonology

    1001 Main Street Suite 200, 
    Peoria, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Whitten is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Whitten is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Emphysema, Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Whitten is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Sleep Medicine.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    OSF Medical Group - Lung & Pulmonology

    1001 Main Street Suite 200, 
    Peoria, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ossama Ikladios is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Ikladios is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Bullae, Drowsiness, and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. Dr. Ikladios is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    OSF Medical Group - Lung & Pulmonology

    1001 Main Street Suite 200, 
    Peoria, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Subramanyam Chittivelu is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Chittivelu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Chittivelu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine | Internal Medicine

    OSF Medical Group - Lung & Pulmonology

    1001 Main Street Suite 200, 
    Peoria, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rachael Davis is an Internal Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Davis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Davis is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    OSF Medical Group - Primary Care

    6339 North Big Hollow Road, 
    Peoria, IL 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Bevill is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Bevill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Sitosterolemia, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Bevill is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    OSF Medical Group - Primary Care

    5114 North Glen Park Place Road Suite 220, 
    Peoria, IL 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Isaac Tan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Peoria, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Tan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Tan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    OSF Medical Group - Primary Care

    5114 North Glen Park Place Road Suite 220, 
    Peoria, IL 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephan Shane is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Shane is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Shane is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Carle Health Pekin Hospital

    600 S 13th St, 
    Pekin, IL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Schmidgall is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pekin, Illinois. Dr. Schmidgall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Pyogenic Liver Abscess, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Osf Medical Group-Primary Care

    3422 Court St Ste A, 
    Pekin, IL 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aftab Qazi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pekin, Illinois. Dr. Qazi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Illinois Centers For Pain And Rehab SC

    3400 Griffin Ave, 
    Pekin, IL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Volkan Sumer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pekin, Illinois. Dr. Sumer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Unitypoint Health Oncology-Pekin East

    3591 Griffin Ave, 
    Pekin, IL 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Honan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pekin, Illinois. Dr. Honan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    900 Main St Ste 630, 
    Peoria, IL 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pooja Gupta is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    900 Main St Ste 630, 
    Peoria, IL 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aiyub Patel is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    900 Main St Ste 630, 
    Peoria, IL 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ravindra Kashyap is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Kashyap is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, Central Sleep Apnea, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Illinois Specialty Physician Services At OSF LLC

    1001 Main St Ste 200, 
    Peoria, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeremiah Crabb is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Crabb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Emphysema, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Pekin, 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 Pekin, 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 Pekin, 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 Pekin, 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 Pekin, 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 Pekin, 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 Pekin, 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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