The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in St Charles, IL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 240 doctor with experience in Empyema near St Charles, IL. Of these, 214 are Experienced, 22 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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240 providers found
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Holistic Medicine
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Holistic Medicine

    Physicians Express

    2000 W. Main St., Suite M, 
    St. Charles, IL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vimal Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Holistic Medicine in St. Charles, Illinois. Mr. Patel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 57 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Sinusitis, Cellulitis, and Empyema.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Advocate Medical Group Urology

    1221 N Highland Ave, 
    Aurora, IL 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Naveen Divakaruni is a Urologist practicing medicine in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Divakaruni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Kidney Stones, Prostate Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Divakaruni is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery, Urological Surgery.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Advocate Medical Group Urology

    745 Fletcher Dr, Ste 301, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Griffin is a Urologist practicing medicine in Elgin, Illinois. Dr. Griffin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Perirenal Abscess, Boils, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Griffin is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

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    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Advocate Medical Group Urology

    745 Fletcher Dr, Ste 301, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    Fahad Chaus is a Urologist practicing medicine in Elgin, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Chaus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Kidney Stones, Boils, Ureteroscopy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Chaus is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Fox Valley Ear, Nose, And Throat Associates, SC

    2210 Dean St, 
    St Charles, IL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Glen Lochmueller is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in St Charles, Illinois. Dr. Lochmueller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hearing Loss, Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Infant Hearing Loss, and Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. Dr. Lochmueller is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    3310 W. Main St., Suite 100, 
    St. Charles, IL 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Care centered on patient education and collaboration. Communicating with patients and their families with kindness, and empathy. Providing excellent care while taking the time for patients to feel comfortable about medical decisions. Dr. Hampson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Hampson is board certified in Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group

    1054 Norwood Ln, 
    Bartlett, IL 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Frank Tran is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bartlett, Illinois. Dr. Tran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Tran is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Advocate Medical Group ENT Otolaryngology

    1221 N Highland Ave 1st Fl, 
    Aurora, IL 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Corlyne Mulder is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Aurora, Illinois. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Mulder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Thyroid Nodule, Infant Hearing Loss, and Tonsil Stones. Dr. Mulder is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    1259 Rickert Drive, Suite 200, 
    Naperville, IL 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Offers Telehealth

    I believe in educating and empowering my patients to help them choose their best options for urologic care. Dr. Ung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hydronephrosis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Obstructive Uropathy, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Ung is board certified in Urology.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Urology | General Surgery
    Experienced in Empyema
    Urology | General Surgery
    430 Warrenville Road, Suite 310, 
    Lisle, IL 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Serbian
    Offers Telehealth

    An approach to health and well being that includes not only most advanced treatments, but also considers patient beliefs and quality of life. Dr. Miocinovic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Ureteral Reconstruction, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Miocinovic is board certified in Urology and Robotic Surgery.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    3310 W. Main St., Suite 100, 
    St. Charles, IL 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I enjoy patients of all ages and believe strongly in helping them be properly prepared for the treatment or surgery ahead. It is important to take time with each patient in order to listen to their needs and expectations before any decisions are made regarding treatment. I feel privileged to be entrusted with each patients care. The ultimate reward is to return each patient to a better state of health and to witness their sense of well-being after treatment. Dr. Hulett is rated as an Advanced 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 Infant Hearing Loss, Empyema, DFNB1, and Sinusitis. Dr. Hulett is board certified in Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    302 Randall Rd Ste 105, 
    Geneva, IL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Janice Stanley is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Geneva, Illinois. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Stanley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Lung Metastases, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. Dr. Stanley is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine (Certified).

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Associates In Ear, Nose & Throat, Head & Neck Surgery, SC

    2050 Larkin Ave, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jongwook Ham is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Elgin, Illinois. Dr. Ham is rated as an Advanced 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 Ozena, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Palatal Myoclonus, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ham is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema
    0S036 Church St Ste 300, 
    Winfield, IL 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Roth is a Urologist practicing medicine in Winfield, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 23 years. Dr. Roth is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Perirenal Abscess, Boils, Prostate Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Roth is board certified in American Board Of Urology - Urology (Certified).

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Specialty Care Institute, SC

    1750 N Randall Rd, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aijaz Alvi is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Elgin, Illinois. Dr. Alvi is rated as a Distinguished 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 Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Tinnitus, Empyema, and Sinusitis. Dr. Alvi is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    1247 Rickert Drive, Suite 200, 
    Naperville, IL 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Since I started practicing in 1998, I have maintained that the patient-physician relationship should be viewed as a team or partnership. I believe my role on your care team is as an educator and director, and I am privileged to participate on your team. As a patient, you want to receive information on your medical condition and your options for treatment. I feel strongly that you should be involved in the decision-making process. Utilizing open communication, compassion and knowledge, I strive to provide you with the all the information you need to feel confident with your treatment plan. The trust you place in me fuels my passion to deliver the best possible clinical outcomes and help you reach your health care goals. Thank you for choosing me to participate as a member of your care team!. Dr. Donzelli is rated as a Distinguished 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 Thyroid Nodule, Sinusitis, Thyroid Cancer, Follicular Thyroid Cancer, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Donzelli is board certified in Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    2015 Dean St Ste 2, 
    St Charles, IL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jayesh Thakkar is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in St Charles, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 31 years. Dr. Thakkar 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 Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Endoscopy, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Thakkar is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine - Family Medicine (Certified).

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    2900 Foxfield Rd Ste 307, 
    St Charles, IL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lawrence Yoo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in St Charles, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 23 years. Dr. Yoo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Tracheitis, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Yoo is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified).

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    2900 Foxfield Rd Ste 307, 
    St Charles, IL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    43+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Burandt is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in St Charles, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 43 years. Dr. Burandt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Burandt is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Family Physicians - Family Medicine (Certified).

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    3310 W. Main St., Suite 100, 
    St. Charles, IL 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Treat patients as individuals with respect and compassion, encourage wellness and prevention and provide patients with knowledge in managing their health. Dr. Rivera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gigantism, Acromegaly, Sotos Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy.

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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 St Charles, 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 St Charles, 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 St Charles, 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 St Charles, 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 St Charles, 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 St Charles, 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 St Charles, 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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