The 20 Best Empyema Doctors Near Me in franklin, TN

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 180 doctor with experience in Empyema near franklin, TN. Of these, 153 are Experienced, 21 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema
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    Urology Associates, P.C.-Franklin

    1909 Mallory Ln, Ste 110, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Selph is a Urologist practicing medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Selph is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urethral Stricture, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Obstructive Uropathy, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Selph is board certified in The American Board Of Urology - Urology. Dr. Selph is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Westgate Office - Ear Nose Throat

    1622 Westgate Cir, 
    Brentwood, TN 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Todd Huber is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Brentwood, Tennessee. Dr. Huber is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, Empyema, and Nasal Septal Hematoma. Dr. Huber is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Williamson Medical Group LLC

    4323 Carothers Pkwy Ste 605, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Hunt is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Hunt is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Asthma in Children, Asthma, Lung Metastases, and Grass Allergy. Dr. Hunt is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Empyema
    Distinguished in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Vanderbilt Urology Cool Springs

    2009 Mallory Ln Ste 210, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stanley Herrell-Iii is a Urologist practicing medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Herrell-Iii is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Herrell-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Experienced in Empyema

    Ascension Saint Thomas Medical Partners - Franklin Specialty Center

    315 Cool Springs Blvd, Ste 120, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Laotian , Thai
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Phaythoune Chothmounethinh is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Chothmounethinh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Chothmounethinh is board certified in The American Board Of Family Medicine - Family Medicine. Dr. Chothmounethinh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Williamson Health West Franklin Primary Care

    1950 Downs Blvd Ste 102, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kelly Snyder is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Snyder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Infant Hyperglycemia, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Hemolytic Anemia. Dr. Snyder is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Heritage Medical Associates: Westgate

    1622 Westgate Cir, 
    Brentwood, TN 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Donna Scudder is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Brentwood, Tennessee. Dr. Scudder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency, Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency, Glucose Phosphate Isomerase Deficiency, and Glucose-Galactose Malabsorption Deficiency. Dr. Scudder is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Dr. Scudder is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1622 Westgate Cir, 
    Brentwood, TN 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sonal Gupta is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Brentwood, Tennessee. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Tetanus, High Cholesterol, and Silent Thyroiditis. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Heritage Medical Associates: Westgate

    1622 Westgate Cir, 
    Brentwood, TN 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Margaret Sanders is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Brentwood, Tennessee. Dr. Sanders is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rickets, Osteomalacia, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Infant Hyperglycemia. Dr. Sanders is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Dr. Sanders is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Otolaryngology Associates Of Tennessee-Franklin

    4601 Carothers Pkwy, Ste 215, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Deaton is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Deaton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, Sinusitis, and Cholesteatoma. Dr. Deaton is board certified in The American Board Of Otolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology. Dr. Deaton is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Empyema
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Westgate Office - Ear Nose Throat

    1622 Westgate Cir, 
    Brentwood, TN 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ryan Duncan is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Brentwood, Tennessee. Dr. Duncan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, and Tonsillitis. Dr. Duncan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Urology Associates PC

    1909 Mallory Ln Ste 110, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Hassan is a Urologist practicing medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Hassan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Hassan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Williamson Health Supportive And Palliative Care Services

    4323 Carothers Pkwy Ste 605, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Karl Kuhn is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Kuhn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Pneumonia, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Dr. Kuhn is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Advanced in Empyema
    Referral may be required

    Urology Associates PC

    4601 Carothers Pkwy Ste 475, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joel Locke is a Urologist practicing medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Locke is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Boils, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Ureteroscopy, and Vasectomy. Dr. Locke is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1195 Old Hickory Blvd, 
    Brentwood, TN 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rennee Dhillon is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Brentwood, Tennessee. Dr. Dhillon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sinusitis, Empyema, Obesity in Children, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Dr. Dhillon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Family Medicine

    Ascension Saint Thomas Medical Partners Brentwood

    791 Old Hickory Blvd, 
    Brentwood, TN 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Julia Gomez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Brentwood, Tennessee. Dr. Gomez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, Obesity in Children, High Cholesterol, and Acne. Dr. Gomez is board certified in The American Board Of Family Medicine - Family Medicine. Dr. Gomez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    109 Del Rio Pike, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Bastian is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Bastian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Bastian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    109 Del Rio Pike, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kavita Karlekar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Karlekar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fractured Spine, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Hypothyroidism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Karlekar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    109 Del Rio Pike, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brandon Allen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Allen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis, Sinusitis, Empyema, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Allen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Empyema
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    109 Del Rio Pike, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Edmondson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Edmondson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Empyema. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Hypertension. Dr. Edmondson 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 franklin, 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 franklin, 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 franklin, 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 franklin, 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 franklin, 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 franklin, 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 franklin, 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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