The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in Santa Ana, CA

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The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors near Santa Ana, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 324 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Santa Ana, CA. Of these, 204 are Experienced, 107 are Advanced and 12 are Distinguished.

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324 providers found
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Orange County Global Medical Center Inc.

    1001 N Tustin Ave, 
    Santa Ana, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maurice Yu is a Radiologist in Santa Ana, California. Dr. Yu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Pneumomediastinum, Nasal Flaring, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    UCI Health

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tri Ngo is a Radiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Ngo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Headache.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Interventional Radiology

    Garden Grove Hospital And Medical Center

    12601 Garden Grove Blvd, 
    Garden Grove, CA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Reza Shahbaz is an Interventional Radiologist in Garden Grove, California. Dr. Shahbaz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Deep Vein Thrombosis, and Stroke.

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    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology

    Fountain Valley Regional Hospital And Medical Center

    17100 Euclid St, 
    Fountain Valley, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Behzad Hedayati is a Neuroradiologist in Fountain Valley, California. Dr. Hedayati is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Nasal Flaring, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Imran Sharief
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine

    Imran Sharief, MD Private Practice

    1901 E 4th St, 
    Santa Ana, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    I seek to provide the most complete care to my patients in a caring and respectful way. Dr. Sharief is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pediatric Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pediatric Radiology

    CHOC Children's Hospital

    1201 W La Veta Ave, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Chiang is a Pediatric Radiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Chiang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Intussusception in Children, Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Horseshoe Kidney, and Ureterocele.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pediatric Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pediatric Radiology

    CHOC Children's Hospital

    1201 W La Veta Ave, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tuan Dao is a Pediatric Radiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Dao has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Horseshoe Kidney, Urachal Cyst, Subcutaneous Emphysema, and Arachnoid Cysts.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    CHOC Children's Hospital

    1201 W La Veta Ave, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Nahl is a Radiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Nahl is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Horseshoe Kidney, Scoliosis, and Urachal Cyst.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    St Joseph Hospital Of Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samir Shah is a Radiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Shah has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and 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.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    St Joseph Hospital Of Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Meng is a Radiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Meng is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Pleurisy.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    St Joseph Hospital Of Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Cambray is a Radiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Cambray is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Herniated Disk.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    St Joseph Hospital Of Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin Lee is a Radiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, and Pleurisy.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    St Joseph Hospital Of Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Lee is a Radiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Tenosynovitis.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    St Joseph Hospital Of Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Knoll is a Radiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Knoll is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    St Joseph Hospital Of Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ravi Gupta is a Radiologist in Orange, 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, and Pleurisy.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    St Joseph Hospital Of Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hieu Truong is a Radiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Truong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Biliary Dyskinesia.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    St Joseph Hospital Of Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Masotto is a Radiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Masotto is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Gallbladder Disease, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Lung Nodules.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    St Joseph Hospital Of Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Gedeon is a Radiologist in Orange, 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.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    St Joseph Hospital Of Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Dym is a Radiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Dym is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Headache, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    St Joseph Hospital Of Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr, 
    Orange, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Kim is a Radiologist in Orange, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteopenia.

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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 Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, 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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