The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in Oakland, CA

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The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors near Oakland, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 196 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Oakland, CA. Of these, 156 are Experienced, 33 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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    Russell D. Stanten
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    3300 Webster St., Suite 500, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Russell Stanten is a Thoracic Surgeon in Oakland, California. Dr. Stanten is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Stanten is currently accepting new patients.

    Junaid H. Khan
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    3300 Webster St., Suite 500, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Junaid Khan is a Thoracic Surgeon in Oakland, California. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Lung Nodules, Endocarditis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Khan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology

    Oakland Medical Center

    3600 Broadway, Lower Level, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Urbania is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Urbania is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Congenital Giant Megaureter, Bronchogenic Cyst, and Pleurisy. Dr. Urbania is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

    747 52nd St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wendy Patton is a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Patton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Scrotal Swelling, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Magnetic Imaging Affiliates LLC

    5730 Telegraph Ave, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erik Gaensler is a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Gaensler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    UCSF Health Saint Francis Hospital

    900 Hyde St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Lentz is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Lentz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    California Pacific Medical Center-Van Ness Campus

    1101 Van Ness Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Baker is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Baker is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Visceromegaly, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    San Leandro Medical Center

    2500 Merced Street, 1st Floor, 
    San Leandro, CA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kai-yin See is a Radiologist in San Leandro, California. Dr. See is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Swyer-James Syndrome, and Nasal Flaring. Dr. See is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Oakland Medical Center

    3600 Broadway, Lower Level, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Lim is a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Lim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Retroversion of the Uterus, Breast Lump, Chronic Granulomatous Disease, and Blau Syndrome. Dr. Lim is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - Radiology/Imaging

    3600 Broadway, Lower Level, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jonathan Phuong is a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Phuong has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Subcutaneous Emphysema. Dr. Phuong is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Oakland Medical Center

    3600 Broadway, Lower Level, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Sonne is a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Sonne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Knobloch Syndrome, and Pleurisy. Dr. Sonne is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Oakland Medical Center

    3600 Broadway, Lower Level, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Grace Fan is a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Fan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, and Nasal Flaring. Dr. Fan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Oakland Medical Center

    3600 Broadway, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shilpa Kumbhani is a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Kumbhani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Kumbhani is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - Radiology/Imaging

    3600 Broadway, Lower Level, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Walton is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Walton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Flaring, Osteoarthritis, Pleurisy, and Baker Cyst. Dr. Walton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - Radiology/Imaging

    3600 Broadway, Lower Level, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bonny Lee is a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Bronchogenic Cyst, Pleurisy, and Nasal Flaring. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Oakland Medical Center

    3600 Broadway, Lower Level, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ashley Hastings is a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Hastings is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2. Dr. Hastings is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Oakland Medical Center

    3600 Broadway, Lower Level, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Feng Zhang is a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Zhang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy. Dr. Zhang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology

    The Permanente Medical Group

    275 W MacArthur Blvd, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Fenster is a Neuroradiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Fenster is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis, Pleurisy, and Knobloch Syndrome.

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

    Office

    3300 Webster St Ste 1000, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donna Tigno is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Tigno is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Emphysema, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Office

    3300 Webster St Ste 1000, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Dumouchel is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Dumouchel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, and Cerebral Hypoxia.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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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