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    MediFind found 900 doctor with experience in Empyema near Uniondale, NY. Of these, 756 are Experienced, 124 are Advanced and 20 are Distinguished.

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    900 providers found
      Distinguished in Empyema
      Otolaryngology | Pediatrics
      Distinguished in Empyema
      Otolaryngology | Pediatrics

      ENT & Allergy Associates - Garden City

      990 Stewart Avenue, Ste 610, 
      Garden City, NY 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Russell Beckhardt is a Pediatrics provider in Garden City, New York. Dr. Beckhardt is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, and Jones Syndrome.

      Distinguished in Empyema
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Empyema
      Otolaryngology
      2870 Hempstead Turnpike, Suite 203, 
      Levittown, NY 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Joseph Capo is an Otolaryngologist in Levittown, New York. Dr. Capo 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.

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      Rajesh S. Kakani
      Advanced in Empyema
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Empyema
      Otolaryngology
      877 Stewart Avenue, Suite 2, 
      Garden City, NY 
       (2.4 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.

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      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 
       (6.8 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, Familial Prostate Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Prostatectomy, and Nephrectomy.

      Jason B. Karp
      Distinguished in Empyema
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Distinguished in Empyema
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Pulmonary Medicine And Cardiology At Manhasset

      1350 Northern Boulevard, 
      Manhasset, NY 
       (8.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jason Karp is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Manhasset, New York. Dr. Karp is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchomalacia, Asthma in Children, Asthma, and Lung Nodules.

      Gary Snyder
      Distinguished in Empyema
      Otolaryngology | Pediatrics
      Distinguished in Empyema
      Otolaryngology | Pediatrics

      ENT & Allergy Associates - Plainview

      146A Manetto Hill Road, Suite 200, 
      Plainview, NY 
       (8.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gary Snyder is a Pediatrics provider in Plainview, New York. Dr. Snyder 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 Tinnitus.

      Michael Setzen
      Distinguished in Empyema
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Empyema
      Otolaryngology
      600 Northern Boulevard, Suite 113, 
      Great Neck, NY 
       (8.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      I specialize primarily in the Nose and Sinuses including septoplasty,rhinoplasty,endoscopic sinus surgery,snoring and sleep apnea surgery in adults and children.I also treat hearing and balance problems and hoarseness,reflux and swallowing problems.See my web page for more details about my practice and my involvement in Otolaryngology locally,nationally and worldwide at www.michaelsetzen.com. Dr. Setzen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, Septoplasty, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.

      Philip W. Perlman
      Distinguished in Empyema
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Empyema
      Otolaryngology
      333 East Shore Road, Suite 102, 
      Manhasset, NY 
       (8.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Philip Perlman is an Otolaryngologist in Manhasset, New York. Dr. Perlman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Ozena, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Palatal Myoclonus, and Infant Hearing Loss.

      Rupal S. Shah
      Experienced in Empyema
      Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
      500 Front Street, 
      Hempstead, NY 
       (1.5 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 Hypertension.

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

      ENT & Allergy Associates - Garden City

      990 Stewart Avenue, Ste 610, 
      Garden City, NY 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Paul Bell is a Pediatrics provider in Garden City, New York. Dr. Bell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Trachoma, Laryngitis, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, and Ozena.

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

      ENT & Allergy Associates - Garden City

      990 Stewart Avenue, Ste 610, 
      Garden City, NY 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jay Rechtweg is a Pediatrics provider in Garden City, New York. Dr. Rechtweg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Ozena, Palatal Myoclonus, and Infant Hearing Loss.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Empyema
      Otolaryngology

      ENT & Allergy Associates - Garden City

      990 Stewart Avenue, Ste 610, 
      Garden City, NY 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jeffrey Zauderer is an Otolaryngologist in Garden City, New York. Dr. Zauderer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, and Palatal Myoclonus.

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

      ENT & Allergy Associates - Garden City

      990 Stewart Avenue, Ste 610, 
      Garden City, NY 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bradley Block is a Pediatrics provider in Garden City, New York. Dr. Block is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Swimmer's Ear.

      Monisha Sen
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine Specialties At Garden City

      877 Stewart Avenue, Suite 25, 
      Garden City, NY 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Monisha Sen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Garden City, New York. Dr. Sen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, High Cholesterol, Glossitis, and Pernicious Anemia.

      Renee R. Lefland
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Empyema
      Internal Medicine

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine Specialties At Garden City

      877 Stewart Avenue, Suite 25, 
      Garden City, NY 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Renee Lefland is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Garden City, New York. Dr. Lefland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Macrophagic Myofasciitis, Myositis, and Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss.

      Advanced in Empyema
      Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Allergy and Immunology
      Advanced in Empyema
      Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Allergy and Immunology
      623 Stewart Ave, 
      Garden City, NY 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Gurmit Gill is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Garden City, New York. Dr. Gill is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Ozena, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, and Gastrostomy.

      Gideon D. Richards
      Experienced in Empyema
      Experienced in Empyema

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Smith Institute For Urology At Garden City

      233 7th Street, Suite 203, 
      Garden City, NY 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Gideon Richards is an Urologist in Garden City, New York. Dr. Richards is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Hydronephrosis, Obstructive Uropathy, Ureteroscopy, and Nephrectomy.

      Omid Rofeim
      Experienced in Empyema
      Experienced in Empyema

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Smith Institute For Urology At Garden City

      233 7th Street, Suite 203, 
      Garden City, NY 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Farsi
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Rofeim joined the medical staff of the Smith Institute for Urology and the Hofstra NS-LIJ School of Medicine in July 2012 after being in private practice in the New York area for 10 years. After completion of general surgery training at LIJ and Beth Israel Medical Centers, he continued with urology residency at LIJ Medical Center where he served as the chief resident under the mentorship of Drs. Arthur Smith and Gopal Badlani. He graduated magna cum laude from CUNY-Queens College and cum laude from SUNY-Downstate Medical Center.During his undergraduate training, he won numerous awards including the Donald E. Lancefield Prize, the Howard Hughes Summer Fellowship Award for undergraduate research, the Robert Keating Memorial Award and was included in the National Dean's List. He received the prestigious American Medical Association Physician Recognition Award and AUA/Praecis Gerald P. Murphy Scholar Award for Distinction in the study of prostate cancer. During his residency training, he won the Academic Annual Research Competition at LIJ Medical Center.He is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society where he served as the vice president, the American Urologic Society and the New York Section of the American Urologic Society. Dr. Rofeim is a diplomate of the American Board of Urology (Board certified) and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He has published several articles and a book chapter in the fileds of fertility and incontinence and has presented numerous abstracts at the American Urologic Association annual meetings and other prestigious societies in topics of fertility and interstitial cystitis. Interests include:Enlarged ProstateErectile DysfunctionGeneral UrologyIncontinenceKidney StonesUrologic Cancers. Dr. Rofeim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Diphallia, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), and Ureteroscopy.

      Adam I. Cole
      Experienced in Empyema
      Experienced in Empyema

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Smith Institute For Urology At Garden City

      233 7th Street, Suite 203, 
      Garden City, NY 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Adam Cole is a board-certified urologist. He is an attending urologist at the Smith Institute for Urology at Northwell Health, Associate Residency Program Director and an Assistant Professor of Urology at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra University. A native of Michigan, Dr. Cole completed medical school and urology residency at University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He has clinical expertise in prostate cancer detection, treatment of enlarged prostate (BPH), and kidney stones, and treats a wide breadth of urologic diseases and conditions. He has over 20 scientific publications and has received grants for research. He has received multiple awards for clinical care and research, including Michigan Medicine's Making a Difference Award,University of Michigan's James B. Angell Scholar designation, and Academy of Academic Surgeon's Outstanding Medical Student award.Dr. Cole sees patients at the Smith Institute for Urology offices at Garden City and Great Neck, and operates at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset. He lives on Long Island with his wife and two children. Dr. Cole is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are UPJ Obstruction, Malakoplakia, Obstructive Uropathy, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

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

      Nassau Health Care Corporation

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

      Jagadish Akella is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and 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.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Uniondale, 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 Uniondale, 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 Uniondale, 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 Uniondale, 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 Uniondale, 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 Uniondale, 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 Uniondale, 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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