The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Freeport, NY

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The 20 Best Empyema Doctors near Freeport, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 812 doctor with experience in Empyema near Freeport, NY. Of these, 673 are Experienced, 121 are Advanced and 18 are Distinguished.

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    B T. Schaeffer
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    6 Ohio Drive, Suite 202, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    B Schaeffer is an Otolaryngologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Schaeffer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome.

    Samir S. Taneja
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Distinguished in Empyema

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Smith Institute For Urology At Lake Success

    450 Lakeville Road, Suite M42, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    As Senior Vice President of the Urology Service Line, Chair of theSmith Institute for Urology, and Chair of Urology at the Zucker Schoolof Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Samir Taneja, MD will establish hisclinical practice at Lenox Hill Hospital and Long Island Jewish MedicalCenter focused on the surgical management of prostate cancerand renal tumors. He is an expert in urologic oncology, renowned fortransforming the field of prostate cancer diagnosis and treatmentby improving methods of prostate imaging, cancer detection, anddisease localization. Having performed thousands of robotic, ablative,laparoscopic and open surgical procedures, his specific clinical focushas been in improving prostate cancer patient outcomes throughpioneering techniques for focal ablative therapy, refining surgicaltechniques for robotic prostatectomy and partial nephrectomy,devising accelerated recovery pathways for robotic prostatectomy/partial nephrectomy, and providing muti-modal surgical approachesfor patients with high risk and recurrent prostate cancer. As leader ofthe department, he will strive to ensure individualized care of urologicdisease through state-of-the-art surgical approaches and multi-disciplinary care.Prior to joining Northwell, Dr Taneja was a faculty member of NYUGrossman School of Medicine for 29-years as a tenured professorof urology, radiology, and biomedical engineering. Most recently heserved as Director of the Division of Urologic Oncology and ViceChair in the Department of Urology at NYU Langone Health, as well asGenitourinary Program Leader in the Perlmutter Cancer Center.Dr. Taneja has conducted extensive clinical research on the use ofimaging in prostate cancer and is considered a pioneer in the use ofMRI to diagnose and localize prostate cancer and the emerging field ofprostate cancer focal therapy. He has authored more than 250 articles,30 book chapters, and six textbooks and monographs on urologiccancer and surgery. He is the editor of Taneja's Complications ofUrologic Surgery: Prevention and Diagnosis, one of the most widely readtextbooks in American Urology. Dr. Taneja is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostatectomy, and Nephrectomy.

    Olga Morim
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine Specialties At Bellmore

    1872 Bellmore Avenue, 
    Bellmore, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian, Ukrainian
    Offers Telehealth

    Olga Morim is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Bellmore, New York. Dr. Morim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Asthma, Grass Allergy, Lung Metastases, and Gastrostomy.

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    Advanced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Office

    200 N Village Ave Ste 300, 
    Rockville Centre, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Megally is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Rockville Centre, New York. Dr. Megally is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Pneumomediastinum, Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    371 Merrick Road, Suite 204, 
    Rockville Centre, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Jeff Kopelman is an Otolaryngologist in Rockville Centre, New York. Dr. Kopelman 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), Familial Deafness, Mastoiditis, and Empyema.

    Rupal S. Shah
    Experienced in Empyema
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    500 Front Street, 
    Hempstead, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi

    Rupal Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics in Hempstead, New York. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Anemia, High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Nassau University Medical Center

    2201 Hempstead Tpke, 
    East Meadow, NY 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jagadish Akella is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in East Meadow, New York. Dr. Akella is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    2870 Hempstead Turnpike, Suite 203, 
    Levittown, NY 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Capo is an Otolaryngologist in Levittown, New York. Dr. Capo has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, DFNB1, Infant Hearing Loss, and Jones Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    6 Ohio Drive, Suite 202, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Moshe Ephrat is an Otolaryngologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Ephrat is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, and Nasal Polyps.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Cardiology | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Cardiology | Pulmonary Medicine

    Office

    442 Waukena Ave, 
    Oceanside,, NY 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Schulster is a Cardiologist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Oceanside,, New York. Dr. Schulster 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, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Atypical Pneumonia.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine | Internal Medicine
    1872 Bellmore Avenue, North, 
    Bellmore, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sanjiv Sharma is an Internal Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Bellmore, New York. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

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

    Louis Saffran Physician PLLC

    200 N Village Ave Ste 300, 
    Rockville Centre, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frank Coletta is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Rockville Centre, New York. Dr. Coletta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

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

    Louis Saffran Physician PLLC

    200 N Village Ave Ste 300, 
    Rockville Centre, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Kurbanov is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Rockville Centre, New York. Dr. Kurbanov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Pneumonia, and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS).

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

    Louis Saffran Physician PLLC

    200 N Village Ave Ste 300, 
    Rockville Centre, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Louis Saffran is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Rockville Centre, New York. Dr. Saffran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Pneumonia.

    Eric C. Last
    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Internal Medicine At Wantagh

    2857 Jerusalem Avenue, 
    Wantagh, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Last is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Wantagh, New York. Dr. Last is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

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

    Epignosis Specialty Practice P.C.

    320 Wilson St Ste 2, 
    West Hempstead, NY 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Olanrewaju Esan is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in West Hempstead, New York. Dr. Esan 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, Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Nassau University Medical Center

    2201 Hempstead Tpke, 
    East Meadow, NY 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Anjum Maqbool is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in East Meadow, New York. Dr. Maqbool is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Obesity, Hypertension, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Maqbool is currently accepting new patients.

    Rajesh S. Kakani
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    877 Stewart Avenue, Suite 2, 
    Garden City, NY 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Care with compassion. Comprehensive care and prevention of diseases of Ears, Nose and Throat. Care hearing loss, sinusitis, sinus problems, hoarseness, thorat problems, allergic rhinitis. Surgery of Thyroid, parathyroid and other lumps in the neck. Hearing tests, Ultrasound exmaination, Fine needle biopsies, Allergy tests, hearing aids available. Dr. Kakani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, DFNB1, and Infant Hearing Loss.

    Judd H. Fastenberg
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Northwell Health Sandra Atlas Bass Otolaryngology Center

    444 Lakeville Road, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    "Judd H. Fastenberg, MD, is a board-certified otolaryngologist and head and neck surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive sinus and endoscopic skull base surgery. He treats disorders including chronic rhinosinusitis, nasal obstruction, chronic nasal drainage, sinonasal malignancies, and skull base and orbital tumors.Inspired by his surgeon father, Dr. Fastenberg knew he wanted to become a physician at a young age. ""I was always so fascinated with surgery,"" he says. ""Now I see that it's such a cognitive and technical challenge-and I love that. Every day is something different.""Dr. Fastenberg received his undergraduate degree from Duke University and his medical degree from Albany Medical College. He then completed residency training at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and a fellowship in rhinology and endoscopic skull base surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals in Philadelphia.In 2019, Dr. Fastenberg joined Northwell and began working alongside a multidisciplinary team that includes specialists in neurosurgery, ophthalmology and medical oncology. The leading-edge procedures Dr. Fastenberg performs are done mainly through the nose, which means no scarring-and a much faster and easier recovery for patients, who in the past would have needed major surgery and extensive hospitalization.Dr. Fastenberg is an assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, and he has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. He's also an active member of the North American Skull Base Society and the American Rhinologic Society.As much as Dr. Fastenberg enjoys the challenges of surgery, it's the impact he can have on a patient's life that drives him. ""I really care about my patients,"" he says. ""The fact that I can fix a problem for someone and make them feel better is the best part.""". Dr. Fastenberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Mycetoma, Liver Embolization, and Parathyroidectomy.

    Mai Liu
    Advanced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine At New Hyde Park

    3003 New Hyde Park Road, Suite 303, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese, Mandarin
    Offers Telehealth

    Mai Liu is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Liu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Asthma, Grass Allergy, and Lung Metastases.

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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 Freeport, NY?

    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 Freeport, NY?

    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 Freeport, NY?

    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 Freeport, NY?

    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 Freeport, NY?

    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 Freeport, NY?

    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 Freeport, NY?

    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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