The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Catonsville, MD

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The 20 Best Empyema Doctors near Catonsville, MD

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 634 doctor with experience in Empyema near Catonsville, MD. Of these, 538 are Experienced, 89 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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    Peter S. Filderman
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Chesapeake Urology Associates

    3407 Wilkens Avenue, Suite 210, Suite 210, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Filderman is a Urologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Filderman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), UPJ Obstruction, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Kenneth F. Langer
    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Chesapeake Urology Associates

    3407 Wilkens Avenue, Suite 210, Suite 210, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Langer is a Urologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Langer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Incontinence, Frequent or Urgent Urination, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Eveit E Gobrial MD LLC

    2 E Rolling Cross Rd Ste 56, 
    Catonsville, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eveit Gobrial is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Gobrial is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Obesity, Anemia, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    MDVIP - Catonsville, MD

    516 N Rolling Rd Ste 204, 
    Catonsville, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Douglas Pinto is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Pinto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Nephropathy, Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis, Cluster Headache, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Pinto is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Maiden Choice Nuclear Imaging Center

    724 Maiden Choice Ln Ste 202, 
    Catonsville, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rodolfo Fernandez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Liver, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH), and Pediatric Myocarditis.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Marcelino D. Albuerne M.D. P.A.

    516 N Rolling Rd Ste 106, 
    Catonsville, MD 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marcelino Albuerne is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Albuerne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Glycine Encephalopathy, Anemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Maryland Care Experts LLC

    3350 Wilkens Ave Ste 307, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ebenezer Quainoo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Quainoo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Occupational Hearing Loss, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Pediatric Myocarditis.

    Misop Han
    Advanced in Empyema
    Oncology | Urology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Oncology | Urology

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 4, Floor 4, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Misop Han is David Hall McConnell Professor of Urology and Oncology at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Dr. Han is a urologist whose main clinical focus is in urological oncology with a special emphasis on prostate and kidney cancers. He specializes in robotic nerve-sparing prostatectomy and robotic nephrectomy. Dr. Han received his undergraduate and medical degrees at Johns Hopkins. After an internship in surgery and residency in urology, also at Johns Hopkins, he worked as faculty at Northwestern University and Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. In 2006, he joined the Johns Hopkins faculty. His research interests include the outcome of radical prostatectomy, medical robotics and prediction modeling (what happens to men following surgery for prostate cancer). He has published extensively in these subjects and has received international and national recognition for his research. He is actively involved in several clinical research projects with the database of more than 20,000 men who received surgery for prostate cancer at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. He is a member of the American Urological Association and the American Medical Association. Dr. Han is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Ureterocele, Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostatectomy, and Nephrectomy.

    Lonny Yarmus
    Advanced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Baltimore, MD 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Yarmus is a Professor of Medicine and Oncology and the director of Interventional Pulmonology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine as well as the Vice Chair of Medicine for Strategy and Finance. He is an expert in the minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer and he leads the Interventional Pulmonary research program at Johns Hopkins with research investigating innovative minimally invasive device development and early-stage bronchoscopic treatments. He also has extensive experience in the minimally invasive management of malignant airway obstruction, complex airway management, pleural diseases and symptom relief with minimally invasive procedures such as indwelling pleural catheters and pleurodesis. Dr. Yarmus is a member of the Fleischner Society and a fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians and the American Thoracic Society. Dr. Yarmus is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Alejandro Rodriguez
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Chesapeake Urology Associates LLC

    Columbia, MD 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Alejandro Rodriguez is a Urologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Rodriguez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), UPJ Obstruction, Kidney Stones, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Ureteroscopy.

    Frank M. Nezu
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Chesapeake Urology Associates LLC

    10710 Charter Drive, Suite 130, Suite 130, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frank Nezu is a Urologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Nezu 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, Boils, and Ureteroscopy.

    Thomas D. Lee
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Medical Arts Building - Columbia

    11085 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 101, Suite 101, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lee is a graduate of the accelerated. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Laryngitis, Otitis, Sinusitis, and Ruptured Eardrum.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    6333 Baltimore National Pike, 
    Catonsville, MD 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Winko Zan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Zan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Flu, COVID-19, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    6333 Baltimore National Pike, 
    Catonsville, MD 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Motti Mulleta is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Mulleta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Acute Cystitis, and Bronchitis.

    Elizabeth S. Bower
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    3290 North Ridge Road, 
    Ellicott City, MD 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Elizabeth Bower is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ellicott City, Maryland. Dr. Bower is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

    Advanced in Empyema
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Empyema
    General Surgery

    Omni Nurse Associates

    8178 Lark Brown Rd Ste 101, 
    Elkridge, MD 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barry Tatar is a General Surgeon in Elkridge, Maryland. Dr. Tatar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hearing Loss, Occupational Hearing Loss, Infant Hearing Loss, and Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss.

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Urology | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Urology | General Surgery

    University Of Maryland Surgical Associates PA

    419 W Redwood St, Fl 3, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Phelan is a Urologist and a General Surgeon in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Phelan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Phelan is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    110 S Paca St Fl 2, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ashutosh Sachdeva is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Sachdeva is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Pleural Effusion, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Sunil H. Patel
    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Sunil H. Patel, M.D., M.A., is an Assistant Professor of Urology and Oncology at the School of Medicine at Johns Hopkins. He serves as and the Director of the Urologic Oncology Fellowship. He also serves as Director of the Testicular Cancer program. He treats all urologic malignancies, including adrenal cancer, kidney cancer, urothelial cancer, bladder cancer, prostate cancer, testes cancer, and penile cancers. Additionally, he has advanced training in complex robotic and open surgical cases. His clinical and research focus is in Urologic Oncology, with areas of focus in bladder cancer, testes cancer, and kidney cancer. Dr. Patel completed his undergraduate studies at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo where he studied Biological Sciences. He completed his Masters at Boston University, completing his thesis on microfluidics, afterwards completing his medical degree at Boston University. He completed his general surgery internship and urology residency at University of California, San Diego. He continued his training through a Society of Urologic Oncology Fellowship in urologic oncology at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. He joined Johns Hopkins in June 2020 with interests in environmental factors contributing to oncogenesis in urological cancers, especially bladder cancer. He is dedicated to international health and works closely with international volunteers in urology and has done several mission trips and guest lectures. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Christian Pavlovich
    Experienced in Empyema
    Oncology | Urology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Oncology | Urology

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Croatian, French, German, Serbian, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Christian Pavlovich is Bernard L. Schwartz Distinguished Professor in Urologic Oncology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and Director of the Prostate Cancer Active Surveillance Program at the Brady Urological Institute. Dr. Pavlovich treats cancer with an emphasis on minimizing morbidity and maximizing quality of life while offering patients the latest treatment options and techniques. His clinical focus is on prostate and kidney cancer, and on clinical trials regarding detection, surveillance, and immunotherapy. With more than 20 years of experience with minimally-invasive surgery for the treatment of urologic cancers, he is expert in robotic surgery and was named one of the top prostate cancer surgeons in the United States by Newsweek in 2024. In addition, he offers patients modern diagnostic biopsy techniques, and for prostate cancer patients active surveillance and ablative options including cryotherapy and TULSA. Dr. Pavlovich grew up in Washington DC, went to Harvard University, and then earned his medical degree at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine. He then completed a urology residency at New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center and a National Cancer Institute SUO fellowship in urologic oncology before joining the Hopkins faculty in 2001. Dr. Pavlovich has published over 150 peer-reviewed articles, is Associate Editor of The Prostate and is on the Editorial Board of the British Journal of Urology International. He was the inaugural Director of the Brady Urological Institute’s SUO Urologic Oncology Fellowship (2014 -2024) and is the recipient of three “best teaching/research mentor” awards from the Urology residents at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Pavlovich speaks English, French, Spanish, German, and Serbo-Croatian. He enjoys spending time with his wife and children, following their pursuits, and skiing, diving, running, wildlife, and the great outdoors. Dr. Pavlovich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Prostatectomy, and Nephrectomy.

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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 Catonsville, MD?

    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 Catonsville, MD?

    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 Catonsville, MD?

    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 Catonsville, MD?

    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 Catonsville, MD?

    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 Catonsville, MD?

    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 Catonsville, MD?

    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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