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

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 184 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Riverside, CA. Of these, 135 are Experienced, 38 are Advanced and 11 are Distinguished.

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184 providers found
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Riverside Community Hospital

    4445 Magnolia Ave, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Mousa is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Mousa is rated as a Distinguished 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 Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Subcutaneous Emphysema.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Riverside Community Hospital

    4445 Magnolia Ave, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shiv Bhanu is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Bhanu is rated as a Distinguished 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 Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Tenosynovitis.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Online Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    1770 Iowa Ave Ste 280, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Lue is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Lue is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Biliary Dyskinesia, Gallbladder Disease, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Riverside Community Hospital

    4445 Magnolia Ave, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Soheil Sharifi is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Sharifi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Riverside Community Hospital

    4445 Magnolia Ave, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ardavan Afshar is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Afshar 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 Pleurisy, Stroke, Pleural Effusion, and Tenosynovitis.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Riverside Community Hospital

    4445 Magnolia Ave, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Kwok is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Kwok 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, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Thyroidectomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology

    Riverside Community Hospital

    4445 Magnolia Ave, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Duy Bui is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Bui 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, Headache, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Riverside Community Hospital

    4445 Magnolia Ave, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Lebeau is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Lebeau 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, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Riverside Community Hospital

    4445 Magnolia Ave, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Massee is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Massee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, Gallbladder Disease, and Angiomyoma.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology

    Riverside Medical Clinic Inc.

    3660 Arlington Ave, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hazem Hosein is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Hosein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Biliary Dyskinesia, Mohr-Tranebjaerg Syndrome, and PEHO Syndrome.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Online Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    1770 Iowa Ave Ste 280, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Piampiano is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Piampiano is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 51 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Visceromegaly, Diverticular Disease, and Fecal Impaction.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Arrowhead Regional Medical Center

    400 N Pepper Ave, 
    Colton, CA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Underwood is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Colton, California. Dr. Underwood is rated as a Distinguished 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, Pleural Effusion, Bronchogenic Cyst, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Loma Linda Univ Anesthesiology Medical Group Inc

    11234 Anderson St, 
    Loma Linda, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shannon Kirk is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Loma Linda, California. Dr. Kirk is rated as a Distinguished 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 Pleural Effusion, Bronchiectasis, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Pleurisy.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Riverside Community Hospital

    4445 Magnolia Ave, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin Wei is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Wei is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Headache.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Riverside Community Hospital

    4445 Magnolia Ave, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Shelton is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Shelton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    4500 Olivewood Ave Ste 100, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ronald Otto is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Otto is rated as an Experienced 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 Herniated Disk, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, and Cerebellar Degeneration.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Riverside Medical Clinic Inc.

    3660 Arlington Ave, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amanda Allen is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Allen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Scrotal Swelling, Tenosynovitis, Thyroid Nodule, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Riverside Medical Clinic Inc.

    3660 Arlington Ave, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Baseer Khan is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced 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 Vertigo, Scrotal Swelling, Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, and Tenosynovitis.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Riverside Medical Clinic Inc.

    3660 Arlington Ave, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jaspret Brar is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Brar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Nodule, Breast Lump, Lung Nodules, and Short Stature (Growth Disorders).

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Online Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    1770 Iowa Ave Ste 280, 
    Riverside, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Laiandrea Stewart is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Stewart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cholesterol Pneumonia, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Interstitial Lung Disease, and Bronchogenic Cyst.

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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 near Riverside, 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 Riverside, 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 Riverside, 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 Riverside, 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 Riverside, 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 Riverside, 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 Riverside, 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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