The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Carlisle, PA

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The 20 Best Empyema Doctors near Carlisle, PA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 49 doctor with experience in Empyema near Carlisle, PA. Of these, 41 are Experienced and 8 are Advanced.

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    Andrew M. Dussinger
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    UPMC Urology

    366 Alexander Spring Road, Suite 4, 
    Carlisle, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew M. Dussinger, MD, specializes in urology and is board-certified by the American Board of Urology. He is affiliated with UPMC Carlisle, UPMC West Shore, UPMC Community Osteopathic and UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg. Dr. Dussinger completed his medical degree at Hahnemann University School of Medicine. Dr. Dussinger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are UPJ Obstruction, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Richard E. Ferraro
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Carlisle Ear, Nose & Throat Associates

    9 Brookwood Avenue, 
    Carlisle, PA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Ferraro is an Otolaryngologist in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ferraro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Salivary Duct Stones.

    Charles U. Gbadouwey
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Lung, Asthma & Sleep Associates

    43 Eastgate Drive, Suite 300, 
    Carlisle, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Gbadouwey is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gbadouwey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

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    Navitha Ramesh
    Advanced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine

    UPMC Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine

    2005 Technology Parkway, Suite 300, 
    Mechanicsburg, PA 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Ramesh most recently served as intensive care unit (ICU) medical director for UPMC Williamsport. She completed her fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at Mount Sinai Beth Israel in New York. Dr. Ramesh is board-certified in pulmonary medicine, critical care medicine, and internal medicine. Dr. Ramesh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Empyema, COVID-19, Pneumonia, and Pleural Effusion.

    William R. Vonah
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    WellSpan Internal Medicine - Wilson Street

    220 Wilson Street, Suites 109 And 106, 
    Carlisle, PA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Vonah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Dr. Vonah has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol.

    Alexander Spasic
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Alexander Spring FamilyCare

    1533 Commerce Avenue, Suite 2, 
    Carlisle, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexander Spasic, MD, specializes in family medicine and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. He practices at Alexander Spasic, MD, Family Medicine and is affiliated with UPMC Carlisle, West Shore, Community Osteopathic and UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg. He completed his residency at North Shore University Hospital and medical degree at University of Belgrade School of Medicine. Dr. Spasic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Cholesteatoma, High Cholesterol, and Obesity in Children.

    Ryan C. Crim
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    WellSpan Family Medicine - Carlisle

    354 Alexander Spring Road, Suite 3A, 
    Carlisle, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I tore a ligament in my knee from playing soccer. The doctor who patched me up and got me playing again was very cool, and I thought that me helping people to get to where they wanted to be in life was what I wanted to do. Along the way, I have had some amazing mentors from my grandparents, parents, my own family doctors, Dr. Pugliese and Dr. Stewart, and many others. There are a lot of amazing people in the medical field and I am proud to have a small role in helping people in their journey to good health.What I want my patients to know about me:I like to work with patients to achieve their health goals in a manner that is down to earth. I am more about stopping unnecessary medications and having them learn how to achieve a healthy lifestyle so they can visit me less rather than more often. I don't like telling people what to do, I want to know what their goals are and work with them on getting there. I love seeing whole families from wee ones and adolescents to parents and grandparents.What I do when I'm not seeing patients:Hang out with the family, play guitar, hunt, fish, read, exercise, hike, play with the dogs, go to church and travel for fun or on mission trips. Dr. Crim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Lymphangitis, Sinusitis, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

    William S. Kauffman
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Union Hall Medical Associates

    110 Union Hall Road, 
    Carlisle, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Kauffman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kauffman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Dementia, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Kenneth R. Guistwite M.D. A PC

    522 S Pitt St, 
    Carlisle, PA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Guistwite is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Dr. Guistwite is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Pigmented Purpuric Dermatosis, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Holistic Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Holistic Medicine

    Sadler Health Center Corp.

    100 N Hanover St, 
    Carlisle, PA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gordon Miller is a primary care provider, practicing in Holistic Medicine in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Mr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Sadler Health Center Corp.

    100 N Hanover St, 
    Carlisle, PA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Phillips is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Dr. Phillips is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    The Alliance Home Of Carlisle PA

    770 S Hanover St, 
    Carlisle, PA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Darryl Guistwite is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Dr. Guistwite is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are D-Minus Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    MDVIP - Carlisle, PA

    419 Village Dr Ste 6, 
    Carlisle, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Phelan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Dr. Phelan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are ECHO Virus, Chronic Cough, Tracheitis, and Transient Familial Hyperbilirubinemia.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    UPMC Go Health Urgent Care -Carisle

    1175 Walnut Bottom Road, 
    Carlisle, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Teresa M. Joy, DO, specializes in urgent care and is board-certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Joy completed her residency at Mid-Hudson Family Medicine Residency Program and medical degree at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Joy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Magnesium Deficiency, Gitelman Syndrome, Chronic Kidney Disease, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Pinnacle Health Regional Physicians

    1533 Commerce Ave Ste 2, 
    Carlisle, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Dell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Spirit Physician Services Inc.

    340 York Rd, 
    Carlisle, PA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Patterson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Dr. Patterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hyperlipidemia Type 3, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.

    Russell Owens
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    UPMC Urology

    100 Corporate Ctr Drive, Suite 100, 
    Camp Hill, PA 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Russell Owens, MD, is certified by the American Board of Urology. He practices at UPMC Urology of Central PA and is affiliated with UPMC Harrisburg, UPMC Community Osteopathic, UPMC Carlisle, and UPMC West Shore. He completed his medical degree at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and his residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Owens is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Christopher P. Moyer
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    UPMC Urology

    100 Corporate Ctr Drive, Suite 100, 
    Camp Hill, PA 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Moyer is a Urologist in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Moyer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Moyer is currently accepting new patients.

    Chadler M. Jumper
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Family Practice Center PC

    210 Forge Road, Suite 2, 
    Boiling Springs, PA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chadler M. Jumper, MD, specializes in family medicine. He is affiliated with UPMC Community Osteopathic, UPMC Carlisle, UPMC West Shore and UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg. Dr. Jumper completed his residency at Reading Hospital Medical Center and medical degree at Penn State College of Medicine. Dr. Jumper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Xanthoma, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, and High Cholesterol.

    Mark F. Yurek
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    UPMC Primary Care Boiling Springs

    1358 Lutztown Road, 
    Boiling Springs, PA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark F. Yurek, MD, specializes in family medicine and is board-certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine. He is affiliated with UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg, UPMC West Shore and UPMC Community Osteopathic. Dr. Yurek completed his residencies at UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg, UPMC Community Osteopathic and UPMC West Shore and medical degree at Universidad Central del Este. Dr. Yurek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol.

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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 Carlisle, PA?

    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 Carlisle, PA?

    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 Carlisle, PA?

    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 Carlisle, PA?

    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 Carlisle, PA?

    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 Carlisle, PA?

    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 Carlisle, PA?

    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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