The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Billings, MT

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The 20 Best Empyema Doctors near Billings, MT

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 56 doctor with experience in Empyema near Billings, MT. Of these, 56 are Experienced.

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    Cynthia A. Kennedy
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Ear Nose And Throat Associates

    2900 12th Ave N, Suite 330w, 
    Billings, MT 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Cynthia Kennedy is an Otolaryngologist in Billings, Montana. Dr. Kennedy has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, Otitis, and Sinusitis. Dr. Kennedy is currently accepting new patients.

    Edward C. Malters
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Intermountain Health West End Clinic Internal Medicine

    602 Henry Chapple Street, 
    Billings, MT 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Malters became a physician with a single goal in mind: to provide the patients he treats with the opportunity for a better quality of life. His goal is to engage every patient so that they understand and participate in their medical care.A graduate of UCLA School of Medicine, Dr. Malters completed his residency at the prestigious Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He is board-certified in internal medicine. Outside of the office, Dr. Malters enjoys traveling and spending time outdoors, where he hunts and hikes. Dr. Malters is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Myasthenia Gravis, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

    Kevyn J. Stroebe
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Intermountain Health West End Clinic Internal Medicine

    602 Henry Chapple Street, 
    Billings, MT 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    13+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Stroebe grew up in Colstrip, Montana. She earned her undergraduate degree from Carroll College in Helena, Montana and received her medical degree from the Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences – College of Osteopathic Medicine in Yakima, Washington. Dr. Stroebe completed an internal medicine residency with Legacy Health System in Portland, Oregon. After her residency, Dr. Stroebe worked as a hospitalist and internal medicine provider in Washington state. As a board certified physician her clinical interests include chronic disease management, women’s health, preventive medicine, obesity management and rheumatology. Dr. Stroebe is passionate about helping patients to understand their chronic health conditions, how and why we treat these conditions, and how to live a fulfilling life with their chronic health conditions.“Each patient is different and has their own story to tell. Each disease state is the same but affects each patient in a different way. I feel I am a good listener, problem solver, and critical thinker which allows me to not only treat the disease but treat the whole patient.”Happy to be back home in Montana, Dr. Stroebe enjoys spending time with her husband and their three children. Family is the center of everything she loves doing. Dr. Stroebe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Vertigo, Sciatica, Low Potassium Level, and Hip Replacement.

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    Deirdre K. Mcnamer
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Intermountain Health West End Clinic West End Walk-In

    602 Henry Chapple Street, 
    Billings, MT 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Born and raised in Billings, Montana, Dr. McNamer completed her residency at Montana Family Medicine. She was drawn to working with St. Vincent Healthcare because of its faith-based philosophy. She loves the culture of Montana, knowing that through hard times and adverse circumstances, Montanans are always there as a neighbor and a friend.Dr. McNamer’s approach to patient care incorporates treating the whole person through the entire spectrum of life. She appreciates the interesting, intimate, and special experiences with people every day, and believes in patient choice and shared decision-making between the provider and patient.Dr. McNamer loves to take advantage of the beautiful Montana outdoors and mountains through hiking, trail running, skiing, and hanging out with her dogs. She believes that Montana is a unique community and values that she is able to give back. Dr. Mcnamer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP), Porphyria, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Debby Y. Chuang
    Experienced in Empyema
    Oncology | Urology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Oncology | Urology

    Downtown Clinic - Urology

    2900 12th Avenue North, Suite 335W, 
    Billings, MT 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Originally from Taiwan, Dr. Chuang attended the University of California – Berkeley for her undergraduate studies. She earned her medical degree from Case Western Reserve School of Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Chuang completed a General Surgery Internship and Urology Residency with University Hospitals Case Medical Center. Board certified in Urology, Dr. Chuang’s urological interests include stones, enlarged prostates, urological cancers, urinary and reconstructive issues.“I aim to work together with patients, their families, and my colleagues to help provide high-quality, comprehensive, respectful, and compassionate care for patients with urologic issues. I enjoy working in collaboration with patients, where we have shared-decision making.”When not working, Dr. Chuang enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, cooking, outdoor activities like hiking and fishing, and spending time with her dogs. Dr. Chuang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Bladder Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, and Ureteroscopy.

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

    Billings Clinic

    801 N 29th St, 
    Billings, MT 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fernando Caceres is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Billings, Montana. Dr. Caceres is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Emphysema, and Interstitial Lung Disease.

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

    Billings Clinic

    801 N 29th St, 
    Billings, MT 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brendan Bellew is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Billings, Montana. Dr. Bellew is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Central Sleep Apnea, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Billings Clinic

    801 North 29th Street, Otolaryngology, 
    Billings, MT 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robin Horrell is an Otolaryngologist in Billings, Montana. Dr. Horrell has been practicing medicine for over 26 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Parathyroidectomy, and Adenoidectomy. Dr. Horrell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Surgical Associates PC

    2900 12th Ave N, 
    Billings, MT 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Francis Kaszuba is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Billings, Montana. Dr. Kaszuba is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Steven Gerstner
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Billings Clinic

    801 N 29th St, 
    Billings, MT 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Gerstner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Gerstner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Lung Cancer, Hypothyroidism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Michael Temporal
    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Billings Clinic

    801 N 29th St, 
    Billings, MT 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Temporal is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Billings, Montana. Dr. Temporal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Obesity in Children.

    Joseph Peila
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Pinnacle Internal Medicine

    1507 14th St W, 
    Billings, MT 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Peila is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Peila is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Diabetic Neuropathy. Dr. Peila is currently accepting new patients.

    Jeffrey S. Johnson
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Downtown Clinic - Internal Medicine

    2900 12th Avenue North, Suite 310W, 
    Billings, MT 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    After graduating from medical school at the University of Washington, Dr. Johnson completed his residency at Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME. Board certified in internal medicine. Dr. Johnson enjoys spending his time off camping, hunting and boating. Dr. Johnson 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 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

    Experienced in Empyema
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Empyema
    General Surgery

    Billings Clinic

    801 N 29th St, 
    Billings, MT 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Phillip Key is a General Surgeon in Billings, Montana. Dr. Key is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Ozena, Palatal Myoclonus, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, and Nasal Septal Hematoma.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Billings Clinic

    801 N 29th St, 
    Billings, MT 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Swanson is a Urologist in Billings, Montana. Dr. Swanson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Swanson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Billings Clinic

    801 N 29th St, 
    Billings, MT 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Karin Brown is a Urologist in Billings, Montana. Dr. Brown has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Urothelial Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Nephrectomy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Empyema
    General Surgery

    Billings Clinic

    801 N 29th St, 
    Billings, MT 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Maria Buniel is a General Surgeon in Billings, Montana. Dr. Buniel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Ozena, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Palatal Myoclonus, and Perichondritis.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Billings Clinic

    801 N 29th St, 
    Billings, MT 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aaron Audet is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Audet is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Thrush, Shingles, Lymphangitis, and Urinary Tract Infection in Children.

    Experienced in Empyema
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Empyema
    General Surgery

    Billings Clinic

    801 N 29th St, 
    Billings, MT 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Andrus is a General Surgeon in Billings, Montana. Dr. Andrus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, and Laryngectomy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Billings Clinic

    801 N 29th St, 
    Billings, MT 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gay Canaris is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Billings, Montana. Dr. Canaris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

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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 Billings, MT?

    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 Billings, MT?

    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 Billings, MT?

    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 Billings, MT?

    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 Billings, MT?

    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 Billings, MT?

    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 Billings, MT?

    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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