The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Albuquerque, NM

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 159 doctor with experience in Empyema near Albuquerque, NM. Of these, 149 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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159 providers found
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    University Of New Mexico Hospital-Bernalillo County Medical Center

    1209 University Blvd NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Shank is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Shank is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Shank is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Lovelace Medical Center

    601 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Allyson Ray is a Plastic Surgeon and an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Ray is rated as an Advanced 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 Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, and Salivary Gland Tumors.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Presbyterian Cedar Urology

    201 Cedar St SE Ste 5660, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Cantonese, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stefan Gutow is a Urologist practicing medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Gutow is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses UPJ Obstruction, Obstructive Uropathy, Hydronephrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Gutow is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Cura Healthcare, LLC

    8226 Menaul Blvd NE PMB 610, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Hindi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Acosta is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Acosta 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 Sinusitis, Tracheitis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). Dr. Acosta is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Acosta is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Optum Jefferson

    4600 Jefferson Ln NE Ste A, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Melvin Romero is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Romero is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myositis, Macrophagic Myofasciitis, Grass Allergy, and Allergic Rhinitis. Dr. Romero is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Romero is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Optum Jefferson

    4600 Jefferson Ln NE Ste A, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Angela Romero is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Romero is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myositis, Macrophagic Myofasciitis, Insomnia, and Grass Allergy. Dr. Romero is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Romero is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    New Mexico Oncology Hematology Consultants LTD.

    4901 Lang Ave NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Roland Gerencer is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Gerencer is rated as a Distinguished 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 Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, Empyema, Turbinectomy, and Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Gerencer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    500 Walter St NE Ste 501, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sivakumar Nagaraju is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Nagaraju is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Idiopathic Hypersomnia, Emphysema, Pneumomediastinum, Gastrostomy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Nagaraju is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Kindred Hospital-Albuquerque

    700 High St NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Victor Oliva-Gutierrez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Oliva-Gutierrez 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 Necrotizing Fasciitis, Botulism, Osteomyelitis, Strep Throat, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Lovelace Medical Center

    601 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mario Benavidez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Benavidez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Acute Pancreatitis, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    New Mexico Clinical Research Osteoporosis Center Inc

    300 Oak St NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Lewiecki is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Lewiecki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Premature Ovarian Failure, and Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia. Dr. Lewiecki is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lewiecki is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    New Mexico Clinical Research Osteoporosis Center Inc

    300 Oak St NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lance Rudolph is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Rudolph 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 Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia, and Premature Ovarian Failure. Dr. Rudolph is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rudolph is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Presbyterian Hospital

    1100 Central Ave SE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Cantonese, Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Bandin is a Urologist practicing medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Bandin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses UPJ Obstruction, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Priapism, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Presbyterian Hospital

    1100 Central Ave SE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Cantonese, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Nielsen is a Urologist practicing medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Nielsen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses UPJ Obstruction, Obstructive Uropathy, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Hydronephrosis, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Nielsen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Presbyterian Hospital

    1100 Central Ave SE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hindi, Serbian
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Godwin is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Godwin 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 Emphysema, Bullae, Lung Metastases, Hypovolemic Shock, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Godwin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Presbyterian Cedar Urology

    201 Cedar St SE Ste 5660, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Fitzpatrick is a Urologist practicing medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Fitzpatrick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Presbyterian Cedar Urology

    201 Cedar St SE Ste 5660, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gray Roberge is a Urologist practicing medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Roberge 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 UPJ Obstruction, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Prostatectomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Roberge is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Presbyterian Cedar Urology

    201 Cedar St SE Ste 5660, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese, Elamite, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Benson is a Urologist practicing medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Benson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Boils, Folliculitis, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Benson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    University Of New Mexico Hospital-Bernalillo County Medical Center

    1209 University Blvd NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elizabeth Grant is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Grant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), COVID-19, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Dr. Grant is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    University Of New Mexico

    1 University Of New Mexico, 
    Albuquerque,, NM 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Schuyler is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Albuquerque,, New Mexico. Dr. Schuyler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Asthma, Empyema, Asthma in Children, and Grass Allergy.

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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 Albuquerque, NM?

    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 Albuquerque, NM?

    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 Albuquerque, NM?

    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 Albuquerque, NM?

    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 Albuquerque, NM?

    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 Albuquerque, NM?

    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 Albuquerque, NM?

    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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