The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in vestavia, AL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 124 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near vestavia, AL. Of these, 78 are Experienced, 41 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
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    Birmingham Radiological Group PC

    2000A Southbridge Pkwy Ste 300, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Colin Stewart is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Stewart is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchogenic Cyst, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Colonic Malakoplakia. Dr. Stewart is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Grandview Medical Center

    3690 Grandview Pkwy, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joel Mixon is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Mixon is rated as a Distinguished 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 Bronchogenic Cyst, Visceromegaly, Colonic Malakoplakia, and Ascites. Dr. Mixon is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Princeton Pulmonary Group P.C.

    817 Princeton Ave SW Ste 115, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Crain is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Crain is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Pleurisy, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Crain is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
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    Princeton Pulmonary Group P.C.

    817 Princeton Ave SW Ste 115, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Lott-Iii is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Lott-Iii is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Pleurisy, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Lott-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Vulcan Imaging Associates

    2204 Lakeshore Dr, Ste 140, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ernest Behnke is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Behnke 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 Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis. Dr. Behnke is board certified in American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Behnke is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Vulcan Imaging Associates

    2204 Lakeshore Dr, Ste 140, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alejandro Natera is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Natera 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 Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Fecal Impaction, and Ascites. Dr. Natera is board certified in American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Natera is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Vulcan Imaging Associates

    2204 Lakeshore Dr, Ste 140, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian Green is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Green 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 Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. Dr. Green is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Urology Centers Of Alabama

    3485 Independence Dr, 
    Homewood, AL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joel Raborn is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Homewood, Alabama. Dr. Raborn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Pleural Effusion, and Bronchogenic Cyst. Dr. Raborn is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2022 Brookwood Medical Ctr Dr Ste 310, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Harold Wilson is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Wilson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. Dr. Wilson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Birmingham Radiological Group PC

    2000A Southbridge Pkwy Ste 300, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Ricardo Bracer is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Bracer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Pleural Effusion, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bracer is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Birmingham Radiological Group PC

    2000A Southbridge Pkwy Ste 300, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Angus Baird is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Baird is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Vertigo. Dr. Baird is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Birmingham Radiological Group PC

    2000A Southbridge Pkwy Ste 300, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Wilton Holman-Iii is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Holman-Iii is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vertigo, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Melorheostosis. Dr. Holman-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Birmingham Radiological Group PC

    2000A Southbridge Pkwy Ste 300, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Keith Chesser is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Chesser 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 Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Emphysema, and Vertigo. Dr. Chesser is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Birmingham Radiological Group PC

    2000A Southbridge Pkwy Ste 300, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Thompson is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchogenic Cyst, Colonic Malakoplakia, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Birmingham Radiological Group PC

    2000A Southbridge Pkwy Ste 300, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Kachelhofer is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Kachelhofer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Vertigo, Emphysema, and Pleurisy. Dr. Kachelhofer is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Birmingham Radiological Group PC

    2000A Southbridge Pkwy Ste 300, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Hines-Iv is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Hines-Iv 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 Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Vertigo, and Chronic Cough. Dr. Hines-Iv is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Birmingham Radiological Group PC

    2000A Southbridge Pkwy Ste 300, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Hikel Boohaker is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Boohaker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Pleurisy, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Folliculitis. Dr. Boohaker is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Vascular And Interventional Specialists Of America

    3570 Grandview Pkwy Ste 100, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nathan Hewlett is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Hewlett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Hewlett is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Grandview Medical Center

    3690 Grandview Pkwy, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Sosnowchik is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Sosnowchik is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Asthma in Children, and Asthma.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Grandview Medical Center

    3690 Grandview Pkwy, 
    Birmingham, AL 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Harlan is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Harlan 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 Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Harlan is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 near vestavia, AL?

    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 near vestavia, AL?

    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 near vestavia, AL?

    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 near vestavia, AL?

    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 near vestavia, AL?

    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 near vestavia, AL?

    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 near vestavia, AL?

    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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