The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in Ooltewah, TN

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The 20 Best Empyema Doctors near Ooltewah, TN

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 215 doctor with experience in Empyema near Ooltewah, TN. Of these, 164 are Experienced, 47 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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    David Winters
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    CHI Memorial Family Practice Associates - Ooltewah

    6401 Mountain View Rd, Suite 109, 
    Ooltewah, TN 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Winters is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ooltewah, Tennessee. Dr. Winters is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Empyema, Sinusitis, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

    Kent Grotefendt
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    CHI Memorial Family Practice Associates - Ooltewah

    6401 Mountain View Rd, Suite 109, 
    Ooltewah, TN 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kent Grotefendt is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ooltewah, Tennessee. Dr. Grotefendt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Male Pseudohermaphroditism with Gynecomastia, Eunuchoidism Familial Hypogonadotropic, Testicular Failure, and Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia.

    William T. Bates
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    CHI Memorial Family Practice Associates - Ooltewah

    6401 Mountain View Rd, Suite 109, 
    Ooltewah, TN 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Bates is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ooltewah, Tennessee. Dr. Bates is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

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    Mark Crago
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    CHI Memorial Family Practice Associates - Ooltewah

    6401 Mountain View Rd, Suite 109, 
    Ooltewah, TN 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Crago is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ooltewah, Tennessee. Dr. Crago is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteomyelitis in Children, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Allen T. Sherwood
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    CHI Memorial Family Practice Associates - Ooltewah

    6401 Mountain View Rd, Suite 109, 
    Ooltewah, TN 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Allen Sherwood is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ooltewah, Tennessee. Dr. Sherwood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Memorial Health Partners Foundation Inc

    6401 Mountain View Rd Ste 109, 
    Ooltewah, TN 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Wade Lenz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ooltewah, Tennessee. Dr. Lenz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Osteomyelitis in Children, Hyperlipidemia Type 3, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Memorial Health Partners Foundation Inc

    6401 Mountain View Rd Ste 109, 
    Ooltewah, TN 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bruce Johnson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ooltewah, Tennessee. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    David Ambrosetti
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    CHI Memorial Primary Care Associates - Atrium

    1949 Gunbarrel Rd, Ste 202, Bldg 1, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Ambrosetti is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Ambrosetti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Ambrosetti is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Erlanger Medical Center

    9309 Apison Pike, 
    Ooltewah, TN 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shannon Mccallie is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ooltewah, Tennessee. Dr. Mccallie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hypothyroidism, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Galen Medical Group, PC

    9309 Apison Pike, 
    Ooltewah, TN 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hannah Bujak is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ooltewah, Tennessee. Dr. Bujak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Glossitis, Pernicious Anemia, and Generalized Resistance to Thyroid Hormone. Dr. Bujak is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Galen Medical Group, PC

    9309 Apison Pike, 
    Ooltewah, TN 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Oliver Bujak is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ooltewah, Tennessee. Dr. Bujak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Glossitis, and Pernicious Anemia. Dr. Bujak is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    6059 Arbury Way Ste 101, 
    Ooltewah, TN 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Obadias Marquez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ooltewah, Tennessee. Dr. Marquez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Renovascular Hypertension, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    3370 Jenkins Rd, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eileen Boroughs is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Boroughs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Cirrhosis.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    3370 Jenkins Rd, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Drinnon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Drinnon 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 Diabetic Neuropathy.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Erlanger Primary Care-Volkswagen Drive

    7380 Volkswagen Dr, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Keyes is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Keyes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Insomnia, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Mark B. Currin
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    CHI Memorial Urology Associates - Hixson

    2051 Hamill Rd, Suite 201, 
    Hixson, TN 
     (11.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Mark Currin is a board-certified urologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment ofissues relating to the urinary tract and reproductive area. He is also trained in the management of women’s pelvic health, including urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. This includes all age groups with disease or infection involving the reproductive tracts, kidneys, urethra, bladder, prostate and the male genitalia. Dr. Currin also treats kidney stones, infertility, impotence, cancer of the urinary tract and prostate cancer. Dr. Currin earned his medical degree and completed his residency at Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Currin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Hydronephrosis, Obstructive Uropathy, Urinary Incontinence, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, and Ureteroscopy.

    Jeffrey K. Mullins
    Advanced in Empyema
    Urology | Oncology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Urology | Oncology

    CHI Memorial Urology Associates - Chattanooga

    725 Glenwood Drive, Suite E-780, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Jeffrey Mullins is a leading, board-certified urologist renowned for his expertise in urologic oncology. He specializes in the diagnosis and advanced surgical treatment of bladder, kidney, and prostate cancer, as well as a broad spectrum of other complex urologic conditions. With more than 2,000 robotic-assisted surgeries performed – including prostatectomy, nephrectomy, and cystectomy – Dr. Mullins is highly experienced in minimally invasive techniques. He has also conducted numerous high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) treatments for prostate cancer and aquablation procedures for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Dr. Mullins earned his medical degree from West Virginia University School of Medicine and honed his skills through a prestigious fellowship in endourology and a residency in urologic surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Outside of his practice, Dr. Mullins enjoys coaching soccer and enjoys family time with his wife and children. Dr. Mullins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are UPJ Obstruction, Hydronephrosis, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

    Sumit M. Patel
    Advanced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Hospital Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Hospital Medicine

    CHI Memorial Lung Care Associates - Chattanooga

    725 Glenwood Drive, Suite E-500, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Sumit Patel is a board-certified pulmonologist at CHI Memorial Lung Care Associates, providing expert care to patients in Chattanooga, TN and Ringgold, GA. He is highly skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of pulmonary conditions, with a particular interest in interstitial lung disease and pulmonary embolisms.Dr. Patel's comprehensive training includes a medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine, residency at SUNY University at Buffalo, and fellowships in Sleep Medicine, Pulmonary, and Critical Care Medicine, also at SUNY University at Buffalo. This extensive background allows him to provide leading-edge care for complex lung issues.Dr. Patel is committed to providing patient-centered care through shared decision-making and open communication. He is passionate about staying at the forefront of advancements in pulmonology, offering his patients the latest and most effective treatment options.Outside of his professional life, Dr. Patel enjoys watching movies, and spending time with his wife and children. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, and Bullae.

    David A. Sahaj
    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema

    Memorial Health Partners Foundation, Inc

    2525 Desales Ave, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Sahaj is a Urologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Sahaj is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), UPJ Obstruction, Kidney Stones, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Sahaj is currently accepting new patients.

    Mario Mariani
    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    CHI Memorial Internal Medicine Associates - Hixson Pike

    3739 Hixson Pike, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mario Mariani is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Mariani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His top areas of expertise are Macroamylasemia, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Mariani is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Ooltewah, TN?

    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 Ooltewah, TN?

    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 Ooltewah, TN?

    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 Ooltewah, TN?

    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 Ooltewah, TN?

    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 Ooltewah, TN?

    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 Ooltewah, TN?

    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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