The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Elgin, SC

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 64 doctor with experience in Empyema near Elgin, SC. Of these, 45 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Empyema
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Advanced Urology & Women's Health Elgin Medical Pavilion

    40 Pinnacle Parkway, Suite 212, 
    Elgin, SC 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Manish Patel is a Urologist practicing medicine in Elgin, South Carolina. Dr. Patel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Intussusception in Children, Urinary Incontinence, UPJ Obstruction, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    South Carolina ENT Allergy & Sleep Medicine

    15 Exchange Drive, 
    Lugoff, SC 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Puchalski is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Lugoff, South Carolina. Dr. Puchalski is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Empyema, Sinusitis, Allergic Rhinitis, Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, and Myringotomy. Dr. Puchalski is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Puchalski is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    South Carolina ENT Allergy & Sleep Medicine

    15 Exchange Drive, 
    Lugoff, SC 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Vidrine is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Lugoff, South Carolina. Dr. Vidrine is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Empyema, Sinusitis, Allergic Rhinitis, Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, and Myringotomy. Dr. Vidrine is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Vidrine is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    South Carolina ENT Allergy & Sleep Medicine

    15 Exchange Drive, 
    Lugoff, SC 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian Boone is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Lugoff, South Carolina. Dr. Boone is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Empyema, Sinusitis, Allergic Rhinitis, and Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Boone is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Boone is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    South Carolina ENT Allergy & Sleep Medicine – Northeast

    110 Highland Center Drive, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Janaki Emani is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Emani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Empyema, Sinusitis, Allergic Rhinitis, and Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Emani is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Emani is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    MUSC Health Primary Care Elgin

    2689 Highway 1 South, 
    Elgin, SC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Accepting New Patients

    Min Kang is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Elgin, South Carolina. Dr. Kang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, High Cholesterol, Knee Replacement, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Kang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Health Sleep Medicine Elgin

    40 Pinnacle Parkway, Suite 104, 
    Elgin, SC 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Carlton Cauthen is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Elgin, South Carolina. Dr. Cauthen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Interstitial Lung Disease. Dr. Cauthen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Health Sleep Medicine Elgin

    40 Pinnacle Parkway, Suite 104, 
    Elgin, SC 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Perry is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Elgin, South Carolina. Dr. Perry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Emphysema, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Bullae, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Perry is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Advanced Urology & Women's Health Elgin Medical Pavilion

    40 Pinnacle Parkway, Suite 212, 
    Elgin, SC 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jean Vawter is a Urologist practicing medicine in Elgin, South Carolina. Dr. Vawter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Urinary Tract Infection in Children. Dr. Vawter is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Carolina Pulmonary-Northeast Columbia

    3016 Longtown Commons Dr Ste 405, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    M Christopher-Marshall is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Christopher-Marshall is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Dr. Christopher-Marshall is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Progressive Physical Therapy PA

    10040 Two Notch Rd, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Namrata Shidhaye is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Shidhaye is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sinusitis, Empyema, Cellulitis, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Dr. Shidhaye is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Kershaw Clinics LLC

    40 Pinnacle Pkwy Ste 208, 
    Elgin, SC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vanessa Wiideman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Elgin, South Carolina. Dr. Wiideman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her clinical expertise encompasses Otitis Media with Effusion, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Otitis.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    74 Polo Rd, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Damon Daniels is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Daniels is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Daniels is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Daniels is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    MUSC Health Primary Care Lugoff

    710 Dewitt Dr, 
    Lugoff, SC 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Mcalpine is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lugoff, South Carolina. Dr. Mcalpine is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Prostatectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Mcalpine is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Prisma Health Internal Medicine – Northeast

    115 Blarney Drive, Suite 108, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lori Cook is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Cook is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Cellulitis, Sinusitis, and Empyema. Dr. Cook is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cook is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Lexington Urology - Northeast Columbia

    3016 Longtown Commons Dr Ste 205, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Lamb is a Urologist practicing medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Lamb is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, UPJ Obstruction, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Lamb is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    MUSC Health Primary Care Lugoff

    710 Dewitt Drive, 
    Lugoff, SC 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Kearse is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lugoff, South Carolina. Dr. Kearse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Heart Attack, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kearse is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    MUSC Health Primary Care Lugoff

    710 Dewitt Drive, 
    Lugoff, SC 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tiffany Vinson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lugoff, South Carolina. Dr. Vinson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Sinusitis, Peptic Ulcer, and H1N1 Influenza. Dr. Vinson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MUSC Health Lung Cancer Screening - Lugoff

    710 Dewitt Drive, 
    Lugoff, SC 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Chasity Mccray is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Lugoff, South Carolina. Dr. Mccray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her clinical expertise encompasses COVID-19, Empyema, H1N1 Influenza, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Mccray is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Family Medicine Centers Of South Carolina

    1721 Horseshoe Dr, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (11.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Serbin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Serbin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Serbin is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 Elgin, SC?

    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 Elgin, SC?

    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 Elgin, SC?

    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 Elgin, SC?

    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 Elgin, SC?

    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 Elgin, SC?

    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 Elgin, SC?

    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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