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The 20 Best Empyema Doctors near Pittston, PA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 167 doctor with experience in Empyema near Pittston, PA. Of these, 153 are Experienced and 14 are Advanced.

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    John R. Ramey
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Geisinger Healthplex Center Point - Urology

    1201 Oak Street, 
    Pittston, PA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Ramey, MD, is a board-certified urologist who provides care for men and women. He specializes in treating urologic conditions that include urinary tract infections, frequent urination, erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease, kidney stones, overactive bladder, bladder cancer and kidney cancer. He also performs a variety of routine and advanced surgical procedures including the Rezum® procedure for treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia.|He has a clinical interest in laparoscopic and robotic surgery.|Board certified in urology; Dr. Ramey earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore. He completed his residency in urology at the Sidney Kimmel College of Medicine at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Dr. Ramey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are UPJ Obstruction, Perirenal Abscess, Boils, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Jerald B. Gilbert
    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Geisinger Healthplex Center Point - Urology

    1201 Oak Street, 
    Pittston, PA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jerald Gilbert, MD is a board-certified urologist who provides care for men and women. He specializes in treating urologic conditions that include prostate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia, kidney stones, bladder cancer and kidney cancer. He performs a variety of routine and advanced surgical procedures including ureteroscopy, laser lithotripsy, vasectomy and the Rezum procedure for treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia.|Dr. Gilbert has a clinical interest in robotic surgery and the management of urologic cancer.|Board certified in urology, Dr. Gilbert earned his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed his residency in urology at the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center in Philadelphia. Dr. Gilbert is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.|Before joining Geisinger, Dr. Gilbert was in private practice in Scranton. He enjoys caring for people in his “adopted” community, working hard to deliver the most up-to-date urologic care. Dr. Gilbert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Perirenal Abscess, Boils, Familial Prostate Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Brian Kapp
    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Geisinger Healthplex Center Point - Urology

    1201 Oak Street, 
    Pittston, PA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Kapp, MD, is a board-certified urologist who provides care for adults. He specializes in treating urologic conditions including kidney stones, benign prostatic hyperplasia, prostate cancer, erectile dysfunction, frequent urination, bladder stones, urinary tract infections, overactive bladder and kidney cancer.|Dr. Kapp has a clinical interest in endourology and robotic surgery.|Board-certified in urology, Dr. Kapp earned his medical degree from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, followed by an internship at Emory University in Atlanta and a residency in urology at UConn Health in Farmington, Connecticut.|A native of Dunmore, Dr. Kapp enjoys caring for the people in his community. He was inspired to pursue a career in medicine by his father, who is a physician.|Video: more from Dr. Brian Kapp, M.D. Dr. Kapp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Boils, Kidney Stones, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Ureteroscopy, and Nephrectomy.

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    John F. Danella
    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Geisinger Healthplex Center Point - Urology

    1201 Oak Street, 
    Pittston, PA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Danella, MD, is a urologist and director of the Department of Urology for the Geisinger Surgery Institute. Dr. Danella obtained his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University. He completed his residency at Geisinger Medical Center and his fellowship in urological oncology at the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Danella is board certified by the American Board of Urology. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons, the American Urological Association and the Society of Academic Urologists. Under the direction of Dr. Danella, Geisinger Urology participates in the Pennsylvania Urologic Regional Collaborative, a consortium of academic urologic practices across the state which is committed to advancing the care of prostate cancer patients. Dr. Danella’s clinical interests include the management of all urologic malignancies, including prostate, bladder, kidney and testis cancers. He is very experienced at robotic surgical approaches to these conditions, when appropriate. Dr. Danella believes that urologic cancers are ideally managed by a multidisciplinary approach, and collaborates closely with colleagues in medical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology and diagnostic radiology to offer the optimal therapeutic approach to individual patients. Dr. Danella is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Prostatectomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Jacob A. Baber
    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Geisinger Healthplex Center Point - Urology

    1201 Oak Street, 
    Pittston, PA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Baber is a board-certified and fellowship-trained specialist in urology. He is interested in all aspects of urology and manages urologic cancers including prostate, bladder, and kidney cancer, as well as kidney stones, BPH, overactive bladder, vasectomies and with multiple other urologic issues. Dr. Baber's clinical interests include laparoscopic, robotic and minimally invasive urologic surgery. He attended Indiana University School of Medicine, where he earned his medical degree. Dr. Baber completed his residency at Geisinger Medical Center, and his urologic oncology fellowship at Hartford Hospital in Connecticut. He is certified by the American Board of Urology.|In his free time, Dr. Baber spends time with his wife, two sons and their two dogs (Rocky and Maverick). They enjoy being outdoors hiking and traveling.|Video: more from Dr. Jacob Baber, M.D. Dr. Baber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Horseshoe Kidney, Obstructive Uropathy, Ureteroscopy, and Nephrectomy.

    Ira J. Kohn
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Geisinger Healthplex Center Point - Urology

    1201 Oak Street, 
    Pittston, PA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ira Kohn, MD, is a board certified urologist who provides care for men and women. He specializes in treating urologic conditions that include benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), kidney stones, erectile dysfunction including Peyronie’s disease, urinary tract infections, overactive bladder, kidney cancer, prostate cancer and bladder cancer. He also performs routine and advanced surgical procedures including laparoscopic surgery, laser surgery, REZUM and minimally invasive BPH treatments, vasectomy, circumcision, hydrocele repair, sacral neuromodulation (Interstim) and BOTOX® bladder injections.|Dr. Kohn attended the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark. He completed his residency at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia and a fellowship in neuro and reconstructive urology at Columbia New York-Presbyterian Hospital.|Dr. Kohn believes in a comprehensive, holistic approach to treating patients and their urologic conditions, in addition to managing their disease processes. He also treats patients and their families with the genuine compassion, courtesy and respect he’d like for his own family members when they seek treatment. He encourages patients to be active, motivated participants in their own care and seeks to empower them with education to make important decisions. He enjoys connecting and interacting with patients on a personal level and forming strong, lasting relationships. Dr. Kohn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hydronephrosis, Obstructive Uropathy, Perirenal Abscess, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Keith M. Pritchyk
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    LVPG Ear, Nose And Throat-Steamtown

    300 Lackawanna Avenue, Suite 200, 
    Scranton, PA 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philosophy of care | My daily goal is providing you and all my patients the best possible care I can. | Why I entered medicine | I studied medicine to be able to help people. | Community involvement | I support Jog for Jude, a Lackawanna County based foundation named for Jude Zayac that raises awareness about sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), and am a member of the Our Lady of the Snows community. | Personal interests | I enjoy skiing, running, travel and basketball in my free time. Dr. Pritchyk 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), Sinusitis, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Septoplasty, and Thyroidectomy.

    Mark A. Frattali
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    LVPG Ear, Nose And Throat-Steamtown

    300 Lackawanna Avenue, Suite 200, 
    Scranton, PA 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    "Philosophy of care | During my tenure as a head and neck surgeon, I have practiced the 5 ""A's"": Availability, Aptitude, Able, Affable and Attentive. | Why I entered medicine | I grew up in a menial household. The respect, hard work, self-satisfaction and righteousness of the medical profession is second to none. | Community involvement | Integrated Network Cancer Program (INCP). | Personal interests | In my free time I enjoy travel, golf, hiking, rafting and biking.". Dr. Frattali is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Infant Hearing Loss, Trachoma, and Jones Syndrome.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Geisinger Pittston - Community Medicine

    42 North Main Street, 
    Pittston, PA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Leo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pittston, Pennsylvania. Dr. Leo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Acute Kidney Failure.

    Luigi Spagnolini
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Geisinger Pittston - Community Medicine

    42 North Main Street, 
    Pittston, PA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Spagnolini is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine. He attended Universita di Padova, Facolta di Medicina, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency at St. Joseph's Medical Center, Yonkers. Dr. Spagnolini is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. He speaks English, Italian and Spanish. Dr. Spagnolini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Cor Pulmonale, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Karim Djekidel
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    GWVMC Critical Care

    1000 East Mountain Boulevard, 
    Wilkes Barre, PA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French

    Dr. Djekidel is a board-certified and fellowship-trained specialist in pulmonary and critical care medicine. His clinical interests include general critical care medicine. Dr. Djekidel received his medical degree from Université d'Alger Faculté des Sciences Médicales in Algeria. He completed his residency and a fellowship at Medical College of Pennsylvania Hospital. He completed a second fellowship at St. John's Mercy Medical Center. Dr. Djekidel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in critical care medicine and pulmonary disease. He speaks English and French. Dr. Djekidel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Empyema, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Hassan Paknezhad
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Office Building - ENT

    950 East Mountain Boulevard, 
    Wilkes Barre, PA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hassan Paknezhad is an Otolaryngologist in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Dr. Paknezhad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Perichondritis, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Salivary Duct Stones, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Paknezhad is currently accepting new patients.

    Paul A. Arkless
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Office Building - Pulmonary Medicine

    950 East Mountain Boulevard, 
    Wilkes Barre, PA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Arkless is a board-certified and fellowship-trained specialist in pulmonary and critical care medicine. His clinical interests include lung nodule management and lung cancer diagnosis and staging. His research interests include sepsis and acute respiratory distress syndrome. Dr. Arkless earned his medical degree from the University of Leicester College of Medicine, Biological Sciences and Psychology, in the United Kingdom. He then moved to the United States, where he completed his residency at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, a fellowship in critical care medicine at Yale-New Haven Hospital, and a fellowship in pulmonary medicine at Norwalk Hospital. Dr. Arkless is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine, critical care medicine and pulmonary disease. Dr. Arkless 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, Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy.

    Lakshmi N. Saladi
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Office Building - Pulmonary Medicine

    950 East Mountain Boulevard, 
    Wilkes Barre, PA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lakshmi Saladi is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Dr. Saladi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Artery Agenesis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Emphysema, and Endoscopy. Dr. Saladi is currently accepting new patients.

    Robb D. Mcilvried
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine | Geriatrics
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine | Geriatrics

    Geisinger Wilkes Barre - Neurology

    620 Baltimore Drive, 
    Wilkes Barre, PA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. McIlvried is a board-certified internal medicine and geriatrics physician. His clinical interests include geriatrics. Dr. McIlvried obtained his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University. He completed his residency and a fellowship in geriatric medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian. Dr. McIlvried is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in geriatric medicine and internal medicine. Dr. Mcilvried is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Dementia, Lung Metastases, and Follicular Lymphoma.

    Anna Chen
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Office Building - Pulmonary Medicine

    950 East Mountain Boulevard, 
    Wilkes Barre, PA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anna Chen is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Chronic Cough, and Lung Nodules. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

    Barbara J. Kreel
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Office Building - ENT

    950 East Mountain Boulevard, 
    Wilkes Barre, PA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kreel is a board-certified specialist in otolaryngology. Her clinical interests include sinus problems, sore throat, ear infections and dizziness/vertigo. Dr. Kreel obtained her medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. She completed her residency at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Kreel is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Kreel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss.

    Anthony C. Brutico
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology

    LVPG Ear, Nose And Throat-Steamtown

    300 Lackawanna Avenue, Suite 200, 
    Scranton, PA 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Brutico is an Otolaryngologist in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Brutico is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Occupational Hearing Loss, Tonsil Stones, Infant Hearing Loss, and Male Pattern Baldness.

    Eric C. Rottenberg
    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    LVPG Urology-Steamtown

    300 Lackawanna Avenue, Suite 200, 
    Scranton, PA 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Philosophy of care | My philosophy is founded on empathy, comprehensive treatment and personalization. I emphasize education, enabling informed decisions and strong doctor/patient relationships. My practice spans urological issues for men and women, from sexual health to incontinence. Each treatment plan is customized to the individual. Collaboration is key and fosters a multidisciplinary strategy that enhances care quality and treatment scope. I am committed to the highest standard of urological care, ensuring you feel valued and receive effective and respectful treatments. | Why I entered medicine | My path to medicine, urology in particular, drew me in with its unique blend of patient care in the office and the technical challenge of surgeries. I get to form meaningful connections with my patients, guiding them from the first consultation to recovery post-surgery. The mix of engaging directly with patients, performing delicate surgeries and staying abreast of the latest medical advancements keeps me invested in the community and inspired. | Community involvement | I am committed to the health and well-being of our community, and actively engage in outreach initiatives. I believe health care extends beyond the clinic and hospital walls and plays a vital role in community development and support. I focus especially on educational programs related to raising awareness about urological health. A major aspect is highlighting the significance of early screenings and proactive health measures. | Personal interests | I live in Northeast Pennsylvania with my life partner and close to my children. I cherish our community and its beauty. Spring and summer are for hiking and enjoying the lush landscapes, while fall offers breathtaking foliage perfect for scenic drives. Winter transforms the area into a picturesque setting for skiing and snow sports. I take pleasure in fishing and boating in the lakes and rivers of upstate New York during warmer months and snowshoeing or relaxing with a good book when it snows. Outdoor pursuits provide a much-needed balance to my professional life, offering both physical and mental rejuvenation and keeping me connected to the beauty of our region. Dr. Rottenberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Erectile Dysfunction (ED), Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Tract Infection in Children, and Ureteroscopy.

    Ajay Shetty
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    Geisinger Community Medical Center - Pulmonary Medicine

    1800 Mulberry Street, 
    Scranton, PA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Shetty is a board-certified and fellowship-trained specialist in pulmonary and critical care medicine. His clinical interests include pulmonary rehabilitation and general pulmonary medicine. Dr. Shetty attended Armed Forces Medical College, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency at the State University of New York, University Hospital of Brooklyn. He completed a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Shetty is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in critical care medicine and pulmonary disease. Dr. Shetty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Endoscopy.

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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 Pittston, 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 Pittston, 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 Pittston, 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 Pittston, 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 Pittston, 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 Pittston, 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 Pittston, 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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