The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Ronkonkoma, NY

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Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 328 doctor with experience in Empyema near Ronkonkoma, NY. Of these, 274 are Experienced, 44 are Advanced and 10 are Distinguished.

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328 providers found
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    2929 Express Drive, Ste 225, 
    Islandia, NY 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Bonafede is an Otolaryngologist in Islandia, New York. Dr. Bonafede is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Palatal Myoclonus.

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    2929 Express Drive, 
    Islandia, NY 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    ENT And Allergy Associates LLP

    2929 Express Dr N Ste 225, 
    Islandia, NY 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

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    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    ENT And Allergy Associates LLP

    2929 Express Dr N Ste 225, 
    Islandia, NY 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Todd Campbell is an Otolaryngologist in Islandia, New York. Dr. Campbell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, Infant Hearing Loss, and Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema
    373 Route 111, Suite 7, 
    Smithtown, NY 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian

    Alexander Epelbaum, MD received his bachelor of arts degree, cum laude, from New York University. He went on to earn his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine. He completed his surgical internship and urology residency at SUNY Downstate, where he also served as Chief Resident. As a part of his training he completed an Acting Fellowship in Urologic Oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Epelbaum has written articles in peer review journals. He presented his research at the American Urological Association meeting, American Society of Reproductive Medicine meeting, The New York Academy of Medicine, and SUNY Downstate Annual Research Day.Dr. Epelbaum is a recipient of many awards including awards of dedication and appreciation from the Department of Veteran Affairs and Kings County Hospital Center. He has been recognized for outstanding clinical performance by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Institute.Dr. Epelbaum is a Diplomat of the American Board of Urology and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is an active member of the American Urological Association.Dr. Epelbaum practices adult and pediatric urology. He has special interests in minimally invasive surgery, female incontinence and vaginal reconstruction, kidney stone disease, laparoscopic surgery, and urologic malignancies.He is fluent in Russian. Dr. Epelbaum is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Hydronephrosis, UPJ Obstruction, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Dr. Anthony J. Rizzo

    200 Howells Rd, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Rizzo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Rizzo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Anthony M. Szema
    Advanced in Empyema
    Allergy and Immunology | Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Allergy and Immunology | Pulmonary Medicine
    3771 Nesconset Highway, Suite 105, 
    South Setauket, NY 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    My focus is on the doctor-patient relationship, so I take time to talk to patients and discuss diagnose and treat complex diseases. Dr. Szema is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hives, Asthma, Occupational Asthma, and Angioedema.

    Charles S. Hall
    Advanced in Empyema
    Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine At Bay Shore

    39 Brentwood Road, Suite 102, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Hall is a Sleep Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Hall is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    601 Portion Rd Ste 2, 
    Lk Ronkonkoma, NY 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Blessan Thomas is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lk Ronkonkoma, New York. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia.

    Nana Y. Baffour
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Northwell Health Physician Partners At Bohemia

    3460 Veterans Memorial Highway, 
    Bohemia, NY 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nana Baffour is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bohemia, New York. Dr. Baffour is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Asthma, Obesity, Asthma in Children, and High Cholesterol.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology | Pediatrics

    ENT And Allergy Associates LLP

    2929 Express Dr N Ste 225, 
    Islandia, NY 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anna Stern is an Otolaryngologist and a Pediatrics provider in Islandia, New York. Dr. Stern is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Trachoma, Laryngitis, Palatal Myoclonus, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology | Pediatrics

    ENT And Allergy Associates LLP

    2929 Express Dr N Ste 225, 
    Islandia, NY 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Alessi is a Pediatrics provider in Islandia, New York. Dr. Alessi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Polyps, Infant Hearing Loss, Palatal Myoclonus, and Nonallergic Rhinopathy.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology | Pediatrics

    ENT And Allergy Associates LLP

    2929 Express Dr N Ste 225, 
    Islandia, NY 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas O Donnell is a Pediatrics provider in Islandia, New York. Dr. O Donnell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Palatal Myoclonus, Ozena, and Jones Syndrome.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    ENT And Allergy Associates LLP

    2929 Express Dr N Ste 225, 
    Islandia, NY 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Bergson is an Otolaryngologist in Islandia, New York. Dr. Bergson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Swimmer's Ear, Jones Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Thyroidectomy.

    Christina P. Ramgoolam
    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine At Islandia

    3001 Expressway Drive North, Suite 102, 
    Islandia, NY 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christina Ramgoolam is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Islandia, New York. Dr. Ramgoolam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Lyme Disease.

    Taranjit Arneja
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine At Islandia

    3001 Expressway Drive North, Suite 102, 
    Islandia, NY 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Taranjit Arneja is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Islandia, New York. Dr. Arneja is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, Hemolytic Anemia, and Congenital Hemolytic Anemia.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Integrated Medical Professionals PLLC

    373 Route 111, Suite 7, 
    Smithtown, NY 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Ficazzola is a Urologist in Smithtown, New York. Dr. Ficazzola 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, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Prostatectomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Optimum Care Family Medicine LLC

    321 E Main St Ste 1, 
    Smithtown, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anna Kapsalis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Smithtown, New York. Dr. Kapsalis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Anemia, High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Empyema.

    Francesca V. Rosa
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Northwell Health Physician Partners At Smithtown

    222 Middle Country Road, Suite 330, 
    Smithtown, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Francesca Rosa is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Smithtown, New York. Dr. Rosa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Sitosterolemia, Anemia, and Macroamylasemia.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema
    48 Route 25a, Suite 201, 
    Smithtown, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harvey Gutman is a Urologist in Smithtown, New York. Dr. Gutman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hydronephrosis, Obstructive Uropathy, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

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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 Ronkonkoma, 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 Ronkonkoma, 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 Ronkonkoma, 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 Ronkonkoma, 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 Ronkonkoma, 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 Ronkonkoma, 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 Ronkonkoma, 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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