The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Rochester, MN

Find the Top Empyema Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 42 doctor with experience in Empyema near Rochester, MN. Of these, 38 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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42 providers found
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    MN - Urology

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Aaron Potretzke is a Urologist practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Potretzke is rated as a Distinguished 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 Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC), Urothelial Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Nephrectomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Potretzke is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Maccharles is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Maccharles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, Temporal Arteritis, and Chronic Eosinophilic Pneumonia. Dr. Maccharles is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    MN - Cancer

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Mullon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Mullon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Mullon is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    MN - Urology

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    George Chow is a Urologist practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Chow is rated as an Advanced 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 Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Chow is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Karina Keogh is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Keogh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Chronic Cough, and Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA, Churg-Strauss Syndrome). Dr. Keogh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required
    1650 4th St SE, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Landau is a Urologist practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Landau is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses UPJ Obstruction, Kidney Stones, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Boils, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Landau is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Cardiology | Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Cardiology | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Office

    200 1st St SW Fl 9, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ryan Kern is a Cardiologist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Kern is rated as an Advanced 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 Pleural Effusion, Mediastinitis, Empyema, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Kern is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Li is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Li is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Common Variable Immune Deficiency, Primary Immunodeficiency (PID), Empyema, and Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency Type 1. Dr. Li is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    MN - Urology

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Koo is a Urologist practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Koo 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 Kidney Stones, Bladder Stones, Boils, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Koo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Mclaren is a Urologist practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Mclaren 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 Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, and Prostatectomy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    MN - Cancer

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Boorjian is a Urologist practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Boorjian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Bladder Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Cystectomy. Dr. Boorjian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Bartynski is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Bartynski 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 Otitis, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    MN - Cancer

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    R Jeffrey-Karnes is a Urologist practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Jeffrey-Karnes 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 Prostate Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Jeffrey-Karnes is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Syeda Sahra is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Sahra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her clinical expertise encompasses Shingles, Sepsis, Gangrene, and COVID-19.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    MN - Urology

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tobias Kohler is a Urologist practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Kohler 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 Peyronie Disease, Erectile Dysfunction (ED), Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Vasectomy, and Orchiectomy. Dr. Kohler is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jean Mcgowan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Mcgowan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bowel Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Urinary Incontinence, and Melorheostosis. Dr. Mcgowan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    MN - Cancer

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Derek Lomas is a Urologist practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Lomas 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 Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Prostatectomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Lomas is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    MN - Urology

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Boyd Viers is a Urologist practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Viers 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 Urethral Stricture, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Urinary Incontinence, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Ureteral Reconstruction. Dr. Viers is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Cardiology | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Cardiology | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Office

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Dunn is a Cardiologist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Dunn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Pneumonia. Dr. Dunn is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Mayo Clinic

    200 1st St Sw, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Pedro Caraballo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Caraballo 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 High Cholesterol, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, Long QT Syndrome, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Caraballo is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 Rochester, MN?

    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 Rochester, MN?

    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 Rochester, MN?

    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 Rochester, MN?

    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 Rochester, MN?

    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 Rochester, MN?

    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 Rochester, MN?

    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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