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    Last Updated: 01/09/2026

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    MediFind found 159 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Laguna Beach, CA. Of these, 91 are Experienced, 59 are Advanced and 9 are Distinguished.

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    159 providers found
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Aliso Viejo, CA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      George Shahinian is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Aliso Viejo, California. Dr. Shahinian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Asthma in Children, Grass Allergy, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Shahinian is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Moran Rowen And Dorsey Inc

      31872 Coast Hwy, 
      Laguna Beach, CA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ravi Gupta is a Radiologist in Laguna Beach, California. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Diverticular Disease, Bronchogenic Cyst, Pleurisy, and Tissue Biopsy.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Moran Rowen And Dorsey Inc

      31872 Coast Hwy, 
      Laguna Beach, CA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Gedeon is a Radiologist in Laguna Beach, California. Dr. Gedeon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Tenosynovitis, and Gallbladder Disease.

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      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Moran Rowen And Dorsey Inc

      31872 Coast Hwy, 
      Laguna Beach, CA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brian Tzung is a Radiologist in Laguna Beach, California. Dr. Tzung is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Herniated Disk, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Moran Rowen And Dorsey Inc

      31872 Coast Hwy, 
      Laguna Beach, CA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Hyung Kang is a Radiologist in Laguna Beach, California. Dr. Kang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Pleural Effusion, and Gallbladder Disease.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology

      Moran Rowen And Dorsey Inc

      24036 Jacana Cir, 
      Laguna Niguel, CA 
       (4.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Van Rye is a Radiologist in Laguna Niguel, California. Dr. Rye has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), and Pneumomediastinum.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery
      24411 Health Center Drive, Suite 630, 
      Laguna Hills, CA 
       (6.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ledford Powell is a Thoracic Surgeon in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Powell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Pleurisy, Gastrostomy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Powell is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      26800 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 205, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Raul Marquez is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Marquez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Bronchiectasis, Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Industrial Bronchitis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Marquez is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Interventional Radiology
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Interventional Radiology
      27700 Medical Center Road, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (7.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jimmy Ton is an Interventional Radiologist in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Ton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Liver Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Ton is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Interventional Radiology
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Interventional Radiology
      27700 Medical Center Road, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (7.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Kevin Burns is an Interventional Radiologist in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Burns is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Lung Nodules, Pleural Effusion, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft. Dr. Burns is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Interventional Radiology
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Interventional Radiology
      27700 Medical Center Road, 
      Mission Viejo, CA 
       (7.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ivan Babin is an Interventional Radiologist in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Babin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Babin is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

      Newport Center Radiology Associates Medical Group Inc

      16250 Sand Canyon Ave, 
      Irvine, CA 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      William Vandalsem is a Radiologist in Irvine, California. Dr. Vandalsem is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      15775 Laguna Canyon Rd, Suite 290, 
      Irvine, CA 
       (8.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jonathan Ahdoot is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Irvine, California. Dr. Ahdoot is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

      USC Care Medical Group Inc

      300 Old Newport Blvd, 
      Newport Beach, CA 
       (9.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Farhood Saremi is a Radiologist in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Saremi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Scoliosis, Caudal Regression Syndrome, and Cardiac Ablation.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      31872 South Coast Highway, Radiology Department, 
      Laguna Beach, CA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Elliott Fankuchen is a Radiologist in Laguna Beach, California. Dr. Fankuchen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Headache, Chronic Cough, Gallbladder Disease, Vertigo, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion

      Moran Rowen And Dorsey Inc

      31872 Coast Hwy, 
      Laguna Beach, CA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Patrick Magoon is a Radiologist in Laguna Beach, California. Dr. Magoon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Lung Nodules.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion

      Moran Rowen And Dorsey Inc

      31872 Coast Hwy, 
      Laguna Beach, CA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Charlton Ong is a Radiologist in Laguna Beach, California. Dr. Ong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Breast Lump, Pleural Effusion, and Breast Infection.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Neuroradiology | Radiology
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Neuroradiology | Radiology

      Christiana Care Health Services Inc

      315 Goldenrod Ave, 
      Corona Del Mar, CA 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Alix Vincent is a Neuroradiologist and a Radiologist in Corona Del Mar, California. Dr. Vincent is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Hepatocerebral Degeneration, and PEHO Syndrome.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      23141 Moulton Parkway, Suite 108, 
      Laguna Hills, CA 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sanjivan Kohli is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Kohli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Myringotomy. Dr. Kohli is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      23141 Moulton Parkway, Suite 108, 
      Laguna Hills, CA 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      William Chang is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Asthma, Pneumonia, and Lung Metastases. Dr. Chang is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      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 Laguna Beach, CA?

      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 Laguna Beach, CA?

      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 Laguna Beach, CA?

      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 Laguna Beach, CA?

      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 Laguna Beach, CA?

      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 Laguna Beach, CA?

      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 Laguna Beach, CA?

      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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