The 20 Best Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in Iowa, US

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The 20 Best Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion Doctors in Iowa, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 95 doctor with experience in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion near Iowa, US. Of these, 90 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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

    Office

    540 E Jefferson St Ste 301, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Ashby is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Ashby is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Bronchiectasis, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Pulmonary Associates A Professional Corporation

    2730 Pierce St Ste 401, 
    Sioux City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sandeep Gupta is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Sioux City, Iowa. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Neil Horning
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Mercyone East Village Clinics

    411 Laurel St Ste A120, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neil Horning is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Horning is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Asthma, Pleurisy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Joseph Carrington
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Internal Medicine

    Mercyone East Village Clinics

    411 Laurel St Ste A120, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Carrington is an Internal Medicine provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Carrington is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Respiratory Acidosis, Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy.

    Blair Westerly
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Mercyone East Village Clinics

    411 Laurel St Ste A120, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Blair Westerly is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Westerly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Asthma, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Ryan Holthaus
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion

    Magnetic Resonance Services PTR

    1010 4th St SW Ste 100, 
    Mason City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Holthaus is a Radiologist in Mason City, Iowa. Dr. Holthaus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Lung Nodules, Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL), Liver Embolization, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Thomas Mallisee
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Mallisee is a Radiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Mallisee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Gallbladder Disease, Visceromegaly, and Bronchogenic Cyst.

    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion

    Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Rd, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Raviv Ramdial is a Radiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Ramdial is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis, Tenosynovitis, and Retroperitoneal Inflammation.

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

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Greco is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Greco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Respiratory Acidosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Pneumonia.

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

    Methodist Physicians Clinic (1 Edmundson Place)

    1 Edmundson Pl, 
    Council Bluffs, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Palvannanathan Ganesan is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Dr. Ganesan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness.

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

    Pulmonary Associates A Professional Corporation

    2730 Pierce St Ste 401, 
    Sioux City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jitendrakumar Gupta is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Sioux City, Iowa. Dr. Gupta 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), Emphysema, and Bullae.

    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bharanidhar Chandrasekaran is a Radiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Chandrasekaran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Liver Embolization.

    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion

    Ames Main Radiology

    1215 Duff Ave, 
    Ames, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Grant Goldsberry is a Radiologist in Ames, Iowa. Dr. Goldsberry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Cerebellar Degeneration, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

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

    M. R. Associates

    1948 1st Ave NE, 
    Cedar Rapids, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Schmall is an Interventional Radiologist in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dr. Schmall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Visceromegaly, Thyroid Nodule, Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Burgess Health Center

    1600 Diamond St, 
    Onawa, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Terry is a Radiologist in Onawa, Iowa. Dr. Terry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Mohr-Tranebjaerg Syndrome, PEHO Syndrome, Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome, and X-Linked Intellectual Disability, Siderius Type.

    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion

    M. R. Associates

    1948 1st Ave NE, 
    Cedar Rapids, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Casey Shaffer is a Radiologist in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dr. Shaffer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Emphysema.

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

    Mercyone Clive Pulmonary Care

    1601 NW 114th St Ste 347, 
    Clive, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Wittmer is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Clive, Iowa. Dr. Wittmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion

    Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center

    250 Mercy Dr, 
    Dubuque, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Stecher is a Radiologist in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr. Stecher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Vertigo, and Gallbladder Disease.

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

    Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center

    1000 4th St SW, 
    Mason City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pranav Singh is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Mason City, Iowa. Dr. Singh 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), Asthma, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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

    UnityPoint Health Multi-Specialty Clinic

    4480 Utica Ridge Rd Ste 160, 
    Bettendorf, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Hoffman is an Internal Medicine provider in Bettendorf, Iowa. Dr. Hoffman 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), Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Gastrostomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 in Iowa, US?

    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 in Iowa, US?

    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 in Iowa, US?

    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 in Iowa, US?

    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 in Iowa, US?

    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 in Iowa, US?

    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 in Iowa, US?

    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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