The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Blue Springs, MO

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 139 doctor with experience in Empyema near Blue Springs, MO. Of these, 121 are Experienced and 18 are Advanced.

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139 providers found
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    CenterWell Independence

    19401 E 39th St S, 
    Independence, MO 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Logan Kratt is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Kratt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Asbestosis. Dr. Kratt is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Family Care Of Eastern Jackson County

    725 N 7 Hwy Ste A, 
    Blue Springs, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bruce Scully is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Blue Springs, Missouri. Dr. Scully 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 Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Scully is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    CenterPoint Physicians Group

    19550 E 39th St S Ste 335, 
    Independence, MO 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Louis Orlando is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Orlando 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 Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis, Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Orlando is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    19550 E 39th St S Ste 335, 
    Independence, MO 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Marjon Gillbanks is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Gillbanks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Gillbanks is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    19550 E 39th St S Ste 335, 
    Independence, MO 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Connolly is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Connolly 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 High Cholesterol, Obesity in Children, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Connolly is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Carondelet Physician Services Inc

    100 NW Mock Ave Ste 200, 
    Blue Springs, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Linda Mccormick is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Blue Springs, Missouri. Dr. Mccormick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 59 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Mccormick is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Keys Health Direct Primary Care

    1604 NW Mock Ave Ste B, 
    Blue Springs, MO 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Vincent Demarco is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Blue Springs, Missouri. Dr. Demarco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Demarco is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Ascentist Management

    4880 NE Goodview Circle, 
    Lee's Summit, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Sleve is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Dr. Sleve is rated as an Advanced 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 Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, Sinusitis, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Sleve is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Ascentist Management

    4880 NE Goodview Circle, 
    Lee's Summit, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Covington is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Dr. Covington 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), Sinusitis, Empyema, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Covington is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Serafini Medical Center

    1509 NW Mock Ave, 
    Blue Springs, MO 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ghaison Serafini is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Blue Springs, Missouri. Dr. Serafini 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 Tension Headache, Vitamin D Deficiency, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), and Insomnia. Dr. Serafini is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Family Medical Care Associates

    100 NW Mock Ave Ste 200, 
    Blue Springs, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christine White is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Blue Springs, Missouri. Dr. White 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 Bronchitis, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Endoscopy. Dr. White is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ascentist Management

    4880 NE Goodview Circle, 
    Lee's Summit, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jason Showmaker is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Dr. Showmaker is rated as an Experienced 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 Thyroid Nodule, Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroid Cancer, Infant Hearing Loss, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Showmaker is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Family Care Of Independence

    4911 S Arrowhead Dr Ste 200, 
    Independence, MO 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jennifer Patterson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Patterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Patterson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Family Health Specialists Of Lee's Summit

    2000 SE Blue Pkwy Ste 270B, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rachel Hailey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Hailey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Hailey is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Family Health Specialists Of Lee's Summit

    2000 SE Blue Pkwy Ste 270B, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Melissa Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Infant Hyperglycemia, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Ascentist Management

    4880 NE Goodview Circle, 
    Lee's Summit, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kelvin Walls is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Dr. Walls is rated as an Advanced 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 Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, Empyema, Septoplasty, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Walls is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Advanced Urologic Associates Inc.

    19001 E 48th St S, 
    Independence, MO 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Eric Deroo is a Urologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Deroo 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 UPJ Obstruction, Boils, Folliculitis, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Deroo is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Ascentist ENT

    4880 NE Goodview Cir Ste B, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Ellis is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Ellis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Ellis is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Clay Platte Family Medicine Clinic

    3200 NE Ralph Powell Rd, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew John is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. John is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 67 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, High Cholesterol, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Obesity. Dr. John is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Clay Platte Family Medicine Clinic

    3200 NE Ralph Powell Rd, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Kathleen Meng is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Meng is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and High Cholesterol. Dr. Meng 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 Blue Springs, MO?

    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 Blue Springs, MO?

    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 Blue Springs, MO?

    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 Blue Springs, MO?

    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 Blue Springs, MO?

    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 Blue Springs, MO?

    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 Blue Springs, MO?

    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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