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

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The 20 Best Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion Doctors in Massachusetts, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 134 doctor with experience in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion near Massachusetts, US. Of these, 126 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 1 are Elite.

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    Adnan Majid
    Elite in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    185 Pilgrim Road, Farr Building, 1st Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Adnan Majid is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Majid is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchomalacia, Pleural Effusion, Acquired Tracheomalacia, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Fayez Kheir
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Fayez Kheir is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Kheir is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, Tracheobronchomalacia, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Mihir S. Parikh
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 9, 
    Boston, MA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    Mihir Parikh is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Parikh has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchomalacia, Acquired Tracheomalacia, Pleurisy, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

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    Payam Aghassi
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine

    Mass Lung & Allergy, PC

    100 Hospital Road, 
    Leominster, MA 
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Offers Telehealth

    Payam Aghassi is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Leominster, Massachusetts. Dr. Aghassi has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as an Advanced 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, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Hisashi Tsukada
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine | Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine | Thoracic Surgery

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Lung Center

    15 Francis Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Hisashi Tsukada is a thoracic surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.  He is also an assistant professor in surgery at Harvard Medical School. He received his medical degree and a PhD in medicine from St. Marianna University School of Medicine (Kawasaki, Japan). He then completed a residency in surgery at Mitsui Memorial Hospital (Tokyo). His fellowships include thoracic surgery at St. Marianna University Hospital, thoracic surgery research at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and interventional pulmonology at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center.   Dr. Tsukada specializes in Interventional Pulmonology and his clinical interests concentrate on aligning his research investigations to disease processes he has observed in patients as a practicing thoracic surgeon for more than ten years in Japan. Dr. Tsukada started his service at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in October 2014. He has expanded the Interventional Pulmonology procedures up to 1,000 cases per year in 2023. Dr. Tsukada is research focuses on developing an artificial trachea for in vivo implantation and airway tissue regeneration. He has authored 30 peer-reviewed publications. Dr. Tsukada is fluent in Japanese. Dr. Tsukada is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Mesothelioma, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Erik Folch is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Folch is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, Tracheobronchomalacia, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Ryan C. Chua
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    Mass Lung & Allergy, PC

    100 Hospital Road, 
    Leominster, MA 
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Chua is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Leominster, Massachusetts. Dr. Chua has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Plutarco E. Castellanos
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine

    Mass Lung & Allergy, PC

    100 Hospital Road, 
    Leominster, MA 
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Plutarco Castellanos is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Leominster, Massachusetts. Dr. Castellanos has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and 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, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Jason A. Beattie
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 9, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Beattie is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Beattie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleural Effusion, Bronchogenic Cyst, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Massachusetts Cardiology Assoc LLC

    159 Union St Ste 102, 
    Marlborough, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Corey Saltin is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Dr. Saltin 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, Cerebral Hypoxia, Pneumonia, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Christian T. Campos
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery

    Beth Israel Deaconess Spine Care And Neurosurgery

    10 Cordage Park Circle, Suite 227, 
    Plymouth, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Offers Telehealth

    Christian Campos is a Thoracic Surgeon in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Dr. Campos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Collapsed Lung.

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

    Mass Lung & Allergy, PC

    100 Hospital Road, 
    Leominster, MA 
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi

    Mandeep Hundal is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Leominster, Massachusetts. Dr. Hundal has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and 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, Lung Nodules, and Gastrostomy.

    Ciaran Mcnamee
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Lung Center

    15 Francis Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ciaran McNamee is a thoracic surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center. He is chief of thoracic surgery at Kent Hospital and is an instructor in surgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. McNamee received his medical degree from McGill University in Canada and completed a surgery residency at University of Alberta Hospital as well as cardiothoracic surgery residencies at Broadgreen Hospital and Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital. He completed a clinical fellowship in thoracic surgery at the University of Manitoba and a research fellowship in thoracic surgery at the University of Alberta. Board certified in surgery and thoracic surgery, Dr. McNamee holds a Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS). Dr. McNamee's clinical interests include lung cancer, lung cancer screening and esophageal cancer. His research focuses on mutational changes in lung cancer, regional outcome analysis and telemedicine. Dr. McNamee has been listed as one of America’s Top Doctors by Castle Connolly. Dr. Mcnamee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Daniel C. Wiener
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Lung Center

    15 Francis Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Daniel C. Daniel Wiener is a thoracic surgeon at Brigham and Women's Hospital and an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School. After graduating with honors from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons, he completed his surgical training at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. With additional training as research fellow in tumor immunology at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, he then pursued his interest in thoracic surgery as a resident at Brigham and Women's Hospital. He is board certified in general surgery and thoracic surgery. Dr. Wiener is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy.

    Kelly B. Downey
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Internal Medicine

    BIDMC Needham Cancer Center

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kelly Downey is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Downey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

    John C. Wain
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Lung Center

    15 Francis Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Wain joined the Brigham in February 2023 as a Surgeon, and Associate Chief of Quality and Safety, both for the Thoracic Surgery Department. Before joining the Brigham, Dr. Wain was the chief of the Division of Thoracic Surgery and the vice chairman of the Department of Surgery at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center He’s a member of various societies, including the American Thoracic Society, the American College of Chest Physicians, the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and the American Association for Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Wain received his undergraduate degree from Pennsylvania State University and his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College. He completed residency training in surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital. After a surgical research fellowship at the City of Hope National Medical Center, he completed a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital and Toronto General Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Wain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Endoscopy, and Osteotomy.

    Sidharta P. Gangadharan
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 9, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sidharta Gangadharan is a Thoracic Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Gangadharan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchomalacia, Acquired Tracheomalacia, Lung Nodules, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Mass Lung & Allergy, PC

    131 Old Road To Nine Acre Corner, 
    Concord, MA 
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ali Khodabandeh is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Concord, Massachusetts. Dr. Khodabandeh has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma, Lung Metastases, and Pacemaker Implantation.

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

    Boston Medical Center

    725 Albany St, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ehab Billatos is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Billatos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Nodules, Endoscopy, and Tissue Biopsy.

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

    Russell B. Butler MD PC

    131 Old Road To 9 Acre Cor, 
    Concord, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Julian Lel is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Concord, Massachusetts. Dr. Lel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, Pneumonia, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

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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 Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts, 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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