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    MediFind found 215 doctor with experience in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion near Downey, CA. Of these, 197 are Experienced and 18 are Advanced.

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    215 providers found
      Dan J. Raz
      Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery | Interventional Radiology | General Surgery
      Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery | Interventional Radiology | General Surgery

      City Of Hope Medical Foundation

      209 Fair Oaks Ave, 
      South Pasadena, CA 
       (12.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dan Raz is a Thoracic Surgeon and an Interventional Radiologist in South Pasadena, California. Dr. Raz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Tele-Icu Inc

      13100 Studebaker Rd, 
      Norwalk, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Chidinma Chima-Melton is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Norwalk, California. Dr. Chima-Melton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, and Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Hematology
      Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Hematology

      City Of Hope Medical Foundation

      209 Fair Oaks Ave, 
      South Pasadena, CA 
       (12.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Kim is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in South Pasadena, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Stomach Cancer, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, and Blood Clots.

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      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      11411 Brookshire Ave Ste 501, 
      Downey, CA 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Vijay Kamdar is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Downey, California. Dr. Kamdar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion.

      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion

      United Medical Imaging Healthcare Inc

      11411 Brookshire Ave, Suite 101, 
      Downey, CA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sandhya Dhingra is a Radiologist in Downey, California. Dr. Dhingra has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Lump in the Abdomen, Visceromegaly, Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, and Scrotal Swelling.

      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology

      Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center

      9333 Imperial Hwy, 
      Downey, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Lee is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Downey, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Vertigo, Lung Nodules, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, and Pleural Effusion.

      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Kaiser Permanente Orchard Medical Offices - Pulmonary Department

      9449 E Imperial Hwy, 
      Downey, CA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Amali Jayasinghe is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Downey, California. Dr. Jayasinghe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Asthma in Children, and Asthma. Dr. Jayasinghe is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Kaiser Permanente Orchard Medical Offices

      9449 E Imperial Hwy, 
      Downey, CA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Timothy Hickey is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Downey, California. Dr. Hickey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Pneumonia. Dr. Hickey is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Orchard Medical Offices

      9449 Imperial Hwy, 
      Downey, CA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Brian Korotzer is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Downey, California. Dr. Korotzer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Lung Metastases, and Bronchiectasis. Dr. Korotzer is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Kaiser Permanente Orchard Medical Offices

      9449 E Imperial Hwy, 
      Downey, CA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Bryan King is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Downey, California. Dr. King is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis. Dr. King is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Kaiser Permanente Orchard Medical Offices

      9449 E Imperial Hwy, 
      Downey, CA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Showshan Yang is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Downey, California. Dr. Yang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Lung Metastases, and Pneumonia. Dr. Yang is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Southern California Permanente Medical Group

      9449 Imperial Hwy, 
      Downey, CA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Emily Fritzmann is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Downey, California. Dr. Fritzmann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion and Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion.

      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Internal Medicine

      Southern California Permanente Medical Group

      9333 Rosecrans Ave, 
      Bellflower, CA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kristina Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bellflower, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Stomach Cancer.

      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Internal Medicine

      Bellflower Medical Offices - Mob 1

      9400 E Rosecrans Ave, 
      Bellflower, CA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Yue Lu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bellflower, California. Dr. Lu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome (OHS), Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Interstitial Lung Disease. Dr. Lu is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Tele-Icu Inc

      13100 Studebaker Rd, 
      Norwalk, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Cynthia Kim is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Norwalk, California. Dr. Kim has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease.

      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Internal Medicine
      3625 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Suite 10, 
      Lynwood, CA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Odette Tawadrous is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lynwood, California. Dr. Tawadrous is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Renovascular Hypertension, Sepsis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Hospital Medicine
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Hospital Medicine

      Prohealth Partners, A Medical Group

      3630 E Imperial Hwy, 
      Lynwood, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nalin Mallik is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and a Hospital Medicine provider in Lynwood, California. Dr. Mallik has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      12006 Rosecrans Ave, 
      Norwalk, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Harris Musafer is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Norwalk, California. Dr. Musafer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Hypovolemic Shock, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), and Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion.

      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Radiology
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Radiology

      United Medical Imaging Healthcare Inc

      10230 Artesia Blvd, Suite 100, 
      Bellflower, CA 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Quazi Al is a Radiologist in Bellflower, California. Dr. Al has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Vertigo, Breast Lump, and Lump in the Abdomen.

      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

      City Of Hope Medical Foundation

      209 Fair Oaks Ave, 
      South Pasadena, CA 
       (12.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Loretta Erhunmwunsee is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in South Pasadena, California. Dr. Erhunmwunsee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Thymectomy, and Gastrectomy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion?

      Pleural effusion is a buildup of fluid in the pleural space. The pleural space is the area between the layers of the tissue lining the lung and the chest cavity.

      In a person with parapneumonic pleural effusion, the fluid buildup is caused by pneumonia.

      When should I see a Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion doctor near Downey, CA?

      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 a Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion doctor near Downey, CA?

      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 Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion doctors near Downey, CA?

      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 Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion doctors near Downey, CA?

      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 a Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion doctor near Downey, CA?

      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 Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion 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 a Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion doctor near Downey, CA?

      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 Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion 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 Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion 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 Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion doctors near Downey, CA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion 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 a Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion 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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