The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Lakewood, NJ

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The 20 Best Empyema Doctors near Lakewood, NJ

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 251 doctor with experience in Empyema near Lakewood, NJ. Of these, 203 are Experienced and 48 are Advanced.

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251 providers found
    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Manjula Thopcherla MDoffice

    1255 Route 70, Suite 24S, 
    Lakewood, NJ 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Telugu
    Offers Telehealth

    Manjula Thopcherla is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lakewood, New Jersey. Dr. Thopcherla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Abhijit Chatterjee
    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Abhijit Chatterjee

    600 River Avenue, 
    Lakewood, NJ 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Abhijit Chatterjee is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Lakewood, New Jersey. Dr. Chatterjee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Breast Cancer, Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Colonoscopy. Dr. Chatterjee is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Ear Nose Throat And Facial Plastic Surgeries Associates

    1608 Route 88 West, Suite 240, 
    Brick, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clifford Chu is an Otolaryngologist in Brick, New Jersey. Dr. Chu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Infant Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

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    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Ear Nose Throat And Facial Plastic Surgeries Associates

    1608 Route 88 West, Suite 240, 
    Brick, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Brandeisky is a Sleep Medicine provider in Brick, New Jersey. Dr. Brandeisky 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), Sinusitis, Infant Hearing Loss, Empyema, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Ocean Pulmonary Associates, PA

    459 Jack Martin Boulevard, Suite 5, 
    Brick, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Walter Wynkoop is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Brick, New Jersey. Dr. Wynkoop is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Coastal Urology Associates

    446 Jack Martin Boulevard, 
    Brick, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Chapman is a Urologist in Brick, New Jersey. Dr. Chapman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Perirenal Abscess, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Kenneth E. Kronhaus
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Jersey Coast Family Medicine

    495 Jack Martin Boulevard, Suite 5, 
    Brick, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Kronhaus is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Brick, New Jersey. Dr. Kronhaus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Strep Throat, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Michael A. Cascarina
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Our Family Practice

    1899 Route 88, 
    Brick, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Cascarina is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Brick, New Jersey. Dr. Cascarina is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Asthma in Children.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Coastal Urology Associates

    446 Jack Martin Boulevard, 
    Brick, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carrie Fitzgerald is a Urologist in Brick, New Jersey. Dr. Fitzgerald is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Stress Urinary Incontinence, Hydronephrosis, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Coastal Urology Associates

    446 Jack Martin Boulevard, 
    Brick, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mina Fam is a Urologist in Brick, New Jersey. Dr. Fam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Mesoblastic Nephroma, Hydronephrosis, Obstructive Uropathy, Cystectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Ear Nose Throat And Facial Plastic Surgeries Associates

    1608 Route 88 West, Suite 240, 
    Brick, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Howard Landsman is an Otolaryngologist in Brick, New Jersey. Dr. Landsman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Low Nasal Bridge, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Perichondritis, and Tinnitus.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Coastal Urology Associates

    446 Jack Martin Boulevard, 
    Brick, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Burzon is a Urologist in Brick, New Jersey. Dr. Burzon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Boils, Kidney Stones, Obstructive Uropathy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Ocean Pulmonary Associates, PA

    459 Jack Martin Boulevard, Suite 5, 
    Brick, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Kerr is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Brick, New Jersey. Dr. Kerr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Asbestosis, and Pneumonia.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Ocean Pulmonary Associates, PA

    459 Jack Martin Boulevard, Suite 5, 
    Brick, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Muhammad Khan is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Brick, New Jersey. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, and Pneumonia.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Andrew L. Simon MDoffice

    1631 Route 88 West, 
    Brick, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Simon is a Urologist in Brick, New Jersey. Dr. Simon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Mesoblastic Nephroma, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Familial Prostate Cancer, and Prostate Cancer.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Hospital Medicine

    Shore Pulmonary, PA

    1608 Route 88 West, Suite 117, 
    Brick, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ali Nadhim is a Hospital Medicine provider in Brick, New Jersey. Dr. Nadhim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Cerebral Hypoxia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Pleurisy. He is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and Critical Care Medicine.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Jersey Shore Medical & Pediatric Associates, LLC

    1255 Route 70, Suite 12N, 
    Lakewood, NJ 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Martin Araujo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lakewood, New Jersey. Dr. Araujo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Cirrhosis, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Jersey Shore Medical & Pediatric Associates, LLC

    1255 Route 70, Suite 12N, 
    Lakewood, NJ 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 

    Meetkumar Sheth is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lakewood, New Jersey. Dr. Sheth is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Community Health Associates LLC

    4618 US Highway 9, 
    Howell, NJ 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Koretzky is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Howell, New Jersey. Dr. Koretzky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Tenosynovitis, High Cholesterol, and Empyema.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Central Jersey Urgent Care

    4564 US Highway 9, 
    Howell, NJ 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Salvatore Mule is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Howell, New Jersey. Dr. Mule is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Parainfluenza Virus Type 3, Parainfluenza, Tracheitis, and Otitis.

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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 Lakewood, NJ?

    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 Lakewood, NJ?

    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 Lakewood, NJ?

    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 Lakewood, NJ?

    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 Lakewood, NJ?

    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 Lakewood, NJ?

    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 Lakewood, NJ?

    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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