The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in Alaska, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 64 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Alaska, US. Of these, 52 are Experienced, 11 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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64 providers found
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology

    Central Peninsula Hospital

    250 Hospital Pl, 
    Soldotna, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jesse Kincaid is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Soldotna, Alaska. Dr. Kincaid is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 68 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease, Tenosynovitis, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Fairbanks Memorial Hospital

    1650 Cowles St, 
    Fairbanks, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Keir Fowler is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Fowler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Alaska Radiology Associates Inc.

    3650 Piper St Ste A, 
    Anchorage, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Moeller is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. Moeller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Pleural Effusion, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, and Secondary Peritonitis.

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    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Central Peninsula Hospital

    250 Hospital Pl, 
    Soldotna, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Craig is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Soldotna, Alaska. Dr. Craig is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 50 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Lung Nodules, Visceromegaly, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Arctic Aurora LLC

    701 E Tudor Rd Ste 140, 
    Anchorage, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Beth Baker is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. Baker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Lung Metastases.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Fairbanks Memorial Hospital

    1650 Cowles St, 
    Fairbanks, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Burton is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Burton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Vertigo, and Chronic Cough.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Office

    2310 Peger Rd Ste 102, 
    Fairbanks, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Nguyen is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Visceromegaly, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Central Peninsula Hospital

    250 Hospital Pl, 
    Soldotna, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aaron Yu is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Soldotna, Alaska. Dr. Yu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Lump, Cholesterol Pneumonia, Galactocoele, and Tenosynovitis.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center

    3100 Tongass Ave, 
    Ketchikan, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Ariz is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Ketchikan, Alaska. Dr. Ariz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Tenosynovitis, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center

    3100 Tongass Ave, 
    Ketchikan, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gita Rabbani is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Ketchikan, Alaska. Dr. Rabbani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Tenosynovitis, Ascites, and Retroversion of the Uterus.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Fairbanks Memorial Hospital

    1650 Cowles St, 
    Fairbanks, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jessica Panko is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Panko is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Vertigo, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Melorheostosis.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    3650 Piper Street, Suite A, 
    Anchorage, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gerald York is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. York is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Visceromegaly, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. York is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    2751 Debarr Rd, 
    Anchorage, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rajiv Rao is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. Rao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, and Visceromegaly.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    5955 Zeamer Avenue, 
    Elmendorf Afb, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Reed is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Elmendorf Afb, Alaska. Dr. Reed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Tenosynovitis, Pleurisy, Secondary Peritonitis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Reed is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology

    Fairbanks Memorial Hospital

    1650 Cowles St, 
    Fairbanks, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Evans is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Evans is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Visceromegaly, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Jerry M. Orren MD APC

    2751 Debarr Rd Ste 360, 
    Anchorage, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Hunnicutt is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. Hunnicutt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Osteopenia.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    3340 Providence Drive, Suite 101, 
    Anchorage, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Heather Tauschek is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. Tauschek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Breast Lump, and Baker Cyst. Dr. Tauschek is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Office

    2280 S Woodworth Loop, 
    Palmer, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kelly Powers is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Palmer, Alaska. Dr. Powers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bronchogenic Cyst, CAPOS Syndrome, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Jerry M. Orren MD APC

    2751 Debarr Rd Ste 360, 
    Anchorage, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chris Glenn is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. Glenn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Thyroidectomy.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Interventional Radiology
    4315 Diplomacy Drive, 
    Anchorage, AK 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Erik Maurer is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. Maurer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Gastrostomy, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Maurer is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Pleural Effusion?

    A pleural effusion is a buildup of fluid between the layers of tissue that line the lungs and chest cavity.

    When should I see a Pleural Effusion doctor in Alaska, 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 Pleural Effusion doctor in Alaska, 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 Pleural Effusion doctors in Alaska, 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 Pleural Effusion doctors in Alaska, 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 Pleural Effusion doctor in Alaska, 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 Pleural Effusion doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different 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 Pleural Effusion doctor in Alaska, 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 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 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 Pleural Effusion doctors in Alaska, US?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the 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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