The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Dyer, IN

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 198 doctor with experience in Empyema near Dyer, IN. Of these, 162 are Experienced, 30 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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198 providers found
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Distinguished in Empyema

    Office

    900 Ridge Rd Ste D, 
    Munster, IN 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shridhar Ventrapragada is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Munster, Indiana. Dr. Ventrapragada is rated as a Distinguished 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 Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, Sinusitis, Familial Deafness, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    8840 Calumet Ave Ste 206, 
    Munster, IN 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Wassim Shwaiki is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Munster, Indiana. Dr. Shwaiki is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Chest Physician Consultants LTD.

    8840 Calumet Ave Ste 203, 
    Munster, IN 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Asaad Jandali is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Munster, Indiana. Dr. Jandali is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

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    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

    4001 Vollmer Rd, 
    Olympia Fields, IL 
     (10.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sanjeev Joshi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Olympia Fields, Illinois. Dr. Joshi 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 Mixed Gonadal Dysgenesis, Turner Syndrome, Perrault Syndrome, and Dementia. Dr. Joshi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Pulmonology

    17850 Kedzie Ave, Ste 3250, 
    Hazel Crest, IL 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Agop Tepeli is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Hazel Crest, Illinois. Dr. Tepeli 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 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Tepeli is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Franciscan Physician Network Munster Medical Center

    761 45th St, 
    Munster, IN 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tapan Desai is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Munster, Indiana. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Atypical Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Franciscan Physician Network Munster Medical Center

    761 45th St, 
    Munster, IN 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mouhammad Ericsoussi is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Munster, Indiana. Dr. Ericsoussi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Pleurisy, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Franciscan Physician Network Munster Medical Center

    761 45th St, 
    Munster, IN 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bashar Alhariri is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Munster, Indiana. Dr. Alhariri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Office

    7550 Hohman Ave Ste 600, 
    Munster, IN 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexander Bozanich is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Munster, Indiana. Dr. Bozanich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses COVID-19, Periodic Limb Movement Disorder, Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Office

    8840 Calumet Ave Ste 206, 
    Munster, IN 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Martin is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Munster, Indiana. Dr. Martin 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 Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Layous Medical Group

    9711 Valparaiso Dr Ste B, 
    Munster, IN 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Fadi Layous is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Munster, Indiana. Dr. Layous 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 Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Nodules, Lung Metastases, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    St. Mary Medical Center

    2241 45th St, 
    Highland, IN 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Puneet Sethi is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Highland, Indiana. Dr. Sethi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    UroPartners, LLC

    17901 Governors Hwy, 
    Homewood, IL 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Grant Chavin is a Urologist practicing medicine in Homewood, Illinois. Dr. Chavin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urethral Stricture, Kidney Stones, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Chavin is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    UroPartners, LLC

    17901 Governors Hwy, 
    Homewood, IL 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rajesh Patel is a Urologist practicing medicine in Homewood, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Advanced in Empyema
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Empyema
    General Surgery

    UroPartners, LLC

    17901 Governors Hwy, 
    Homewood, IL 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arpeet Shah is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Homewood, Illinois. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Kidney Stones, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Nephrectomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Shah is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Franciscan Physician Network Dyer

    919 Main St, 
    Dyer, IN 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jay Hwang is a Urologist practicing medicine in Dyer, Indiana. Dr. Hwang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses UPJ Obstruction, Obstructive Uropathy, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Hwang is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    John A Hoehn DO PC

    505 W US Highway 30, 
    Schererville, IN 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Hoehn is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Schererville, Indiana. Dr. Hoehn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Idiopathic Edema, Varicose Veins, Sciatica, and Lung Cancer.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    North Point Orthopedics LLC

    9445 Calumet Ave, 
    Munster, IN 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Legaspi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Munster, Indiana. Dr. Legaspi is rated as an Advanced 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 Hypertensive Heart Disease, Renovascular Hypertension, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Rudyard Smith MD And Associates, SC

    9250 Columbia Ave, 
    Munster, IN 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rudyard Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Munster, Indiana. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Smith is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Rudyard Smith MD And Associates, SC

    9250 Columbia Ave, 
    Munster, IN 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Munster, Indiana. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Smith is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

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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 Dyer, IN?

    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 Dyer, IN?

    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 Dyer, IN?

    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 Dyer, IN?

    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 Dyer, IN?

    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 Dyer, IN?

    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 Dyer, IN?

    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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