The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Carson City, NV

Find the Top Empyema Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 45 doctor with experience in Empyema near Carson City, NV. Of these, 40 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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45 providers found
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1200 Mountain St, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Dustin Riley is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Riley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Riley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1200 Mountain St, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Elliott is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Elliott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Gout, Hypothyroidism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Elliott is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1200 Mountain St, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Sanders is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Sanders is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, Infant Hyperglycemia, Hypothyroidism, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Sanders is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1200 Mountain St, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Bryan Ricks is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Ricks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Ricks is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1200 Mountain St, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Philip Schlager is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Schlager is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Mouth, Tinnitus, Infant Hearing Loss, and Perichondritis. Dr. Schlager is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Mountain Medical Pulmonary And Sleep Center

    200 Bath St Ste 1, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Guy Foster is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Foster is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Cerebral Hypoxia, Lung Metastases, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Foster is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Foster is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1200 Mountain St, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Timothy Gentner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Gentner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Gentner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1200 Mountain St, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Cara-louise Fox is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Fox is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Insomnia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Fox is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1200 Mountain St, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Anna Torres is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carson City, Nevada. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Torres is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Hypothyroidism, and Hypertension. Dr. Torres is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1200 Mountain St, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Alexandra Watson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Watson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Hypothyroidism, Sitosterolemia, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Watson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Vera Whole Health Carson City

    180 E Winnie Ln, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Holman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Holman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Mountain Sickness, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Atypical Pneumonia. Dr. Holman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Vera Whole Health Carson City

    180 E Winnie Ln, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Mandarin, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Basa is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Basa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, Coronary Heart Disease, High Cholesterol, Gastrostomy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Basa is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    MDVIP - Carson City, NV

    4095 N Carson St, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    B Bottenberg is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Bottenberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arthritis, Retinopathy Arteriosclerotic, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Bottenberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Oncology Nevada

    1946 Old Hot Springs Rd, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    David Hald is a Urologist practicing medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Hald is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Eunuchoidism Familial Hypogonadotropic, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Ureteroscopy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Hald is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Hald is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Oncology Nevada

    1946 Old Hot Springs Rd, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Remy Lamberts is a Urologist practicing medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Lamberts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malakoplakia, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Erectile Dysfunction (ED), Ureteroscopy, and Vasectomy. Dr. Lamberts is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Lamberts is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Oncology Nevada

    1946 Old Hot Springs Rd, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Mccormack is a Urologist practicing medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Mccormack is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Prostatectomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Mccormack is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Mccormack is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Oncology Nevada

    1946 Old Hot Springs Rd, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bulgarian, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dimitar Zlatev is a Urologist practicing medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Zlatev 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 Bladder Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Zlatev is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Zlatev is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Carson Medical Group Professional Corp.

    1946 Old Hot Springs Rd, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sarah Maples is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Maples is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Insomnia, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Maples is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Carson Tahoe Urology

    1425 Vista Ln, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Upton is a Urologist practicing medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Upton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Upton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Carson Tahoe Regional Healthcare

    1600 Medical Pkwy, 
    Carson City, NV 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Susan Doberneck is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Carson City, Nevada. Dr. Doberneck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gangrene, Gallstones, and Cholecystitis.

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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 Carson City, NV?

    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 Carson City, NV?

    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 Carson City, NV?

    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 Carson City, NV?

    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 Carson City, NV?

    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 Carson City, NV?

    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 Carson City, NV?

    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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