The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Branson, MO

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The 20 Best Empyema Doctors near Branson, MO

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 28 doctor with experience in Empyema near Branson, MO. Of these, 25 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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28 providers found
    Distinguished in Empyema
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Empyema
    General Surgery

    Office

    186 S Payne Stewart Dr, 
    Branson, MO 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Brawner is a General Surgeon in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Brawner is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, Infant Hearing Loss, and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

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

    Branson Pulmonology And Sleep LLC

    875 E State Highway 76 Ste A, 
    Branson, MO 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Habib Munshi is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Munshi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Nodules, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Lester E Cox Medical Centers

    525 Branson Landing Blvd, Suite 101, 
    Branson, MO 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jerry Givens is a Urologist in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Givens is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are UPJ Obstruction, Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Givens is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Empyema
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Empyema
    General Surgery

    Tri-Lakes Anesthesia LLC

    915 State Highway 248 Ste B, 
    Branson, MO 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Poe is a General Surgeon in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Poe has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, Sinusitis, and Familial Deafness.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Emergency Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Emergency Medicine

    Coxhealth Urgent Care Branson: Outpatient Center

    525 Branson Landing Blvd, 
    Branson, MO 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Hutchison is a primary care provider, practicing in Emergency Medicine in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Hutchison is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Acute Cystitis, Chronic Cough, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).

    Experienced in Empyema
    Emergency Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Emergency Medicine

    Coxhealth Urgent Care Branson: Outpatient Center

    525 Branson Landing Blvd, 
    Branson, MO 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Hester is a primary care provider, practicing in Emergency Medicine in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Hester is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Empyema
    Emergency Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Emergency Medicine

    Coxhealth Urgent Care Branson: Outpatient Center

    525 Branson Landing Blvd, 
    Branson, MO 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jess Lyon is a primary care provider, practicing in Emergency Medicine in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Lyon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Lymphangitis, Cellulitis, and Kikuchi Disease.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Emergency Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Emergency Medicine

    Coxhealth Urgent Care Branson: Outpatient Center

    525 Branson Landing Blvd, 
    Branson, MO 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jamie Jones is a primary care provider, practicing in Emergency Medicine in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Shingles, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).

    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Lester E Cox Medical Centers

    525 Branson Landing Blvd, Suite 307, 
    Branson, MO 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Amy Ford-Turner is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Ford-Turner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ford-Turner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Emergency Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Emergency Medicine

    Coxhealth Urgent Care Branson: Outpatient Center

    525 Branson Landing Blvd, 
    Branson, MO 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Phillip Kelchen is a primary care provider, practicing in Emergency Medicine in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Kelchen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hyperlipidemia Type 3, High Cholesterol, Gitelman Syndrome, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Hospital Medicine

    Cox Medical Center Branson

    525 Branson Landing Blvd, 
    Branson, MO 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sheny Alex is a primary care provider, practicing in Hospital Medicine in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Alex is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Gangrene, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Cox Medical Center Branson

    525 Branson Landing Blvd, 
    Branson, MO 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Griffith is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Griffith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Tracheitis, Bronchitis, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Cox Medical Center Branson

    525 Branson Landing Blvd, 
    Branson, MO 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Clonts is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Clonts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Heart Attack, Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Mercy Clinic Springfield Communities

    448 State Hwy 248, Suite 150, 
    Branson, MO 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Santa-Cruz is a Urologist in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Santa-Cruz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Ureterocele, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Santa-Cruz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Cox Health Center Branson

    890 Highway 248, 
    Branson, MO 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Salmon is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Salmon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Fayetteville VAMC

    5571 Gretna Rd, 
    Branson, MO 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brent Murphy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Murphy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Gitelman Syndrome, Hypereosinophilic Syndrome, and Acute Eosinophilic Pneumonia.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Coxhealth Branson Hills Clinic

    1601 Branson Hills Pkwy, 
    Branson, MO 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeremy Mabe is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Mabe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Brian D Dieterle MD PC

    670 Branson Landing Blvd Ste 2, 
    Branson, MO 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Dieterle is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Dieterle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Mononucleosis, Thin Basement Membrane Nephropathy, Sitosterolemia, and Giardia Infection.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Coxhealth Branson Hills Clinic

    1601 Branson Hills Pkwy, 
    Branson, MO 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Spurling is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Spurling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    MDVIP - Branson, MO

    115 Business Park Dr Ste A, 
    Branson, MO 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Lukavsky is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Branson, Missouri. Dr. Lukavsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Breast Infection, and Fibrocystic Breast Disease.

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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 Branson, 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 Branson, 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 Branson, 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 Branson, 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 Branson, 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 Branson, 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 Branson, 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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