The 20 Best Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in Chicago Ridge, IL

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The 20 Best Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion Doctors near Chicago Ridge, IL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 93 doctor with experience in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion near Chicago Ridge, IL. Of these, 77 are Experienced and 16 are Advanced.

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    Bassem T. Chaar
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology

    Affiliated Oncologists, LLC

    10604 Southwest Hwy, 
    Chicago Ridge, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French

    Bassem Chaar is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Chaar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Lung Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Mauna B. Pandya
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology

    Affiliated Oncologists, LLC

    10604 Southwest Hwy, 
    Chicago Ridge, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mauna Pandya is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Pandya is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Thrombocytopenia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Rami Y. Haddad
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology

    Affiliated Oncologists, LLC

    10604 Southwest Hwy, 
    Chicago Ridge, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic

    Rami Haddad is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Haddad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

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    Shaina A. Rozell
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology

    Affiliated Oncologists, LLC

    10604 Southwest Hwy, 
    Chicago Ridge, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shaina Rozell is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Rozell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, and Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.

    Ghassan Zalzaleh
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology

    Affiliated Oncologists, LLC

    10604 Southwest Hwy, 
    Chicago Ridge, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Ghassan Zalzaleh is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Zalzaleh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).

    Jayanthi R. Ramadurai
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology

    Affiliated Oncologists, LLC

    10604 Southwest Hwy, 
    Chicago Ridge, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jayanthi Ramadurai is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Ramadurai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Agranulocytosis.

    Amar Hamad
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology

    Affiliated Oncologists, LLC

    10604 Southwest Hwy, 
    Chicago Ridge, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Offers Telehealth

    Amar Hamad is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Hamad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

    Wasif H. Shirazi
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology

    Affiliated Oncologists, LLC

    12150 S Harlem Ave, 
    Palos Heights, IL 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Wasif Shirazi is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Shirazi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lung Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Justin I. Weiner
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    12251 S 80th Ave Ste 1780, 
    Palos Heights, IL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Weiner is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Weiner has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA, Churg-Strauss Syndrome), Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, Lung Metastases, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Gastrostomy.

    Mahmoud K. Mahafzah
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology

    Affiliated Oncologists, LLC

    10604 Southwest Hwy, 
    Chicago Ridge, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic

    Mahmoud Mahafzah is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Mahafzah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Anemia, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.

    Abdullah R. Malas
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology

    Affiliated Oncologists, LLC

    10604 Southwest Hwy, 
    Chicago Ridge, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic

    Abdullah Malas is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Malas has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Deep Vein Thrombosis, Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, Pulmonary Embolism, and Thrombocytopenia.

    Mohamad M. Rachid
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Midwest Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Consultants, LLC

    10604 Southwest Hwy, 
    Chicago Ridge, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohamad Rachid is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Rachid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, and Atypical Pneumonia.

    Mouhammed Kelta
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology

    Affiliated Oncologists, LLC

    10604 Southwest Hwy, 
    Chicago Ridge, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Mouhammed Kelta is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Kelta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Thrombocytopenia, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Pulmonary Embolism, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Essam F. Mekhaiel
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Midwest Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Consultants, LLC

    10604 Southwest Hwy, 
    Chicago Ridge, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Essam Mekhaiel is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Mekhaiel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Lung Metastases, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology

    Affiliated Oncologists, LLC

    12150 S Harlem Ave, 
    Palos Heights, IL 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vasia Ahmed is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Ahmed is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Shadi Latta
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology

    Affiliated Oncologists, LLC

    12150 S Harlem Ave, 
    Palos Heights, IL 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shadi Latta is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Latta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Lung Cancer.

    Muffadal M. Hamadeh
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Hematology | Oncology

    Affiliated Oncologists, LLC

    12150 S Harlem Ave, 
    Palos Heights, IL 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Muffadal Hamadeh is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Hamadeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Steven J. Quinn
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Midwest Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Consultants, LLC

    11900 Southwest Hwy, 
    Palos Park, IL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Quinn is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Palos Park, Illinois. Dr. Quinn 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, Pneumonia, and Pulmonary Aspergilloma.

    Francis P. Jamilla
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Midwest Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Consultants, LLC

    11900 Southwest Hwy, 
    Palos Park, IL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, German
    Offers Telehealth

    Francis Jamilla is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Palos Park, Illinois. Dr. Jamilla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Cerebral Hypoxia, Pneumonia, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

    Benjamin J. Seides
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    12255 S 80th Ave Ste 204, 
    Palos Heights, IL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Seides is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Seides has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

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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 near Chicago Ridge, IL?

    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 Chicago Ridge, IL?

    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 Chicago Ridge, IL?

    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 Chicago Ridge, IL?

    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 Chicago Ridge, IL?

    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 Chicago Ridge, IL?

    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 Chicago Ridge, IL?

    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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