The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Lincolnton, NC

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The 20 Best Empyema Doctors near Lincolnton, NC

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 42 doctor with experience in Empyema near Lincolnton, NC. Of these, 35 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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    Emeka M. Eziri
    Experienced in Empyema
    Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    Pulmonary Clinic Of The Carolinas PC

    111 Dave Warlick Drive, 
    Lincolnton, NC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Emeka Eziri is a Sleep Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Eziri has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Lung Cancer, Lung Metastases, and Bronchiectasis. Dr. Eziri is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Atrium Health Urology Lincoln

    441 McAlister Road, Suite 1200, 
    Lincolnton, NC 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Judson Rackley is a Urologist in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Rackley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, UPJ Obstruction, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Rackley is currently accepting new patients.

    Derrick K. Burno
    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Atrium Health Urology Lincoln

    441 McAlister Road, Suite 1200, 
    Lincolnton, NC 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Derrick Burno is a Urologist in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Burno is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, UPJ Obstruction, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Burno is currently accepting new patients.

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    Brian S. Cope
    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Atrium Health Urology Lincoln

    441 McAlister Road, Suite 1200, 
    Lincolnton, NC 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian Cope is a Urologist in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Cope 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), Boils, Folliculitis, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Cope is currently accepting new patients.

    Amrita K. Dhillon
    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Atrium Health Primary Care Denver Internal And Family Medicine

    1585 Forney Creek Parkway, Suite 2100, 
    Denver, NC 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amrita Dhillon is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Denver, North Carolina. Dr. Dhillon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Dhillon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Atrium Health Urology Lincoln

    441 McAlister Road, Suite 1200, 
    Lincolnton, NC 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Quinton Cancel is a Urologist in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Cancel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are UPJ Obstruction, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Familial Prostate Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Cancel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Atrium Health Urology Lincoln

    441 McAlister Road, Suite 1200, 
    Lincolnton, NC 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kelly Mcalvany is a Urologist in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Mcalvany is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Neurogenic Bladder, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Urinary Incontinence, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Mcalvany is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Atrium Health Urology Lincoln

    441 McAlister Road, Suite 1200, 
    Lincolnton, NC 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Marinakis is a Urologist in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Marinakis 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), Enlarged Prostate (BPH), and Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer. Dr. Marinakis is currently accepting new patients.

    Toma Radut
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Lincoln Internal Medicine, PA

    308 S. Academy St., 
    Lincolnton, NC 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    50+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, German, Hungarian
    Offers Telehealth

    Toma Radut is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Radut has been practicing medicine for over 50 years and 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), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension.

    Raymond Tran
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Atrium Health Primary Care Lincoln Family Medicine

    447 McAlister Road, Suite 2400, 
    Lincolnton, NC 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Raymond Tran is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Tran has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Tran is currently accepting new patients.

    Daniel S. Senft
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Atrium Health Primary Care Lincoln Family Medicine

    447 McAlister Road, Suite 2400, 
    Lincolnton, NC 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Senft is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Senft is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Cerebrotendinous Xanthomatosis. Dr. Senft is currently accepting new patients.

    Koshilie C. Gunadasa
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Atrium Health Primary Care Lincoln Family Medicine

    447 McAlister Road, Suite 2400, 
    Lincolnton, NC 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Sinhala
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Koshilie Gunadasa is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Gunadasa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Gunadasa is currently accepting new patients.

    Michael R. Reid
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Atrium Health Primary Care Lincoln Family Medicine

    447 McAlister Road, Suite 2400, 
    Lincolnton, NC 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Reid is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Reid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration. Dr. Reid is currently accepting new patients.

    Laura Schrader
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Atrium Health Primary Care One Health Family Medicine & Urgent Care

    409 Olin Way, Suite 1200, 
    Denver, NC 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Schrader is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Denver, North Carolina. Dr. Schrader is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Fibrosing Mediastinitis, High Cholesterol, Hypothyroidism, and Radial Nerve Dysfunction. Dr. Schrader is currently accepting new patients.

    Elisabeth Stoffel
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Atrium Health Primary Care One Health Family Medicine & Urgent Care

    409 Olin Way, Suite 1200, 
    Denver, NC 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Elisabeth Stoffel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Denver, North Carolina. Dr. Stoffel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Shingles, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Stoffel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    614 Center Dr, 
    Lincolnton, NC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Reid is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Reid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Anemia, Cirrhosis, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    National Medical Clinic Of Lincolnton PA

    105 Dave Warlick Dr, 
    Lincolnton, NC 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ifeanyichukwu Okafor is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Okafor 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, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Family Medicine Associates Of Lincoln County PLLC

    1531 N Aspen St, 
    Lincolnton, NC 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Kiefer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Kiefer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Osteomyelitis in Children.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Family Medicine Associates Of Lincoln County PLLC

    1531 N Aspen St, 
    Lincolnton, NC 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Koch is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Dr. Koch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Pneumonia.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Maiden Family Practice

    137 Island Ford Rd, 
    Maiden, NC 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Teresa Stump is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Maiden, North Carolina. Dr. Stump is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Nasal Flaring, Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

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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 Lincolnton, NC?

    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 Lincolnton, NC?

    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 Lincolnton, NC?

    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 Lincolnton, NC?

    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 Lincolnton, NC?

    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 Lincolnton, NC?

    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 Lincolnton, NC?

    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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