The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in Bridgeport, CT

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The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors near Bridgeport, CT

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 64 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Bridgeport, CT. Of these, 53 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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64 providers found
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Outpatient Radiology-Bridgeport Commerce Park

    4699 Main St Ste 108, 
    Bridgeport, CT 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    42+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Aiello is a Radiologist in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Dr. Aiello has been practicing medicine for over 42 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Vertigo.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Office

    501 Kings Hwy E Ste 109, 
    Fairfield, CT 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rajiv Sharma is a Radiologist in Fairfield, Connecticut. Dr. Sharma has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are SVC Obstruction, May Thurner Syndrome, Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome, Pleurisy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Sabet Hashim
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group

    2800 Main St # 33, 
    Bridgeport, CT 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sabet Hashim is a Thoracic Surgeon in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Dr. Hashim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Mitral Stenosis, Mitral Valve Prolapse, Heart Valve Repair, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

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

    Bridgeport Hospital

    267 Grant St, 
    Bridgeport, CT 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Manuel De Aguirre Rivera is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Dr. De Aguirre Rivera 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), Interstitial Lung Disease, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.

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

    Bridgeport Hospital

    267 Grant St, 
    Bridgeport, CT 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Kaufman is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Dr. Kaufman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Respiratory Alkalosis, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology

    St. Vincent's Medical Center

    2800 Main St, 
    Bridgeport, CT 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Rosovsky is a Neuroradiologist in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Dr. Rosovsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Osteopenia.

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

    PriMed LLC

    501 Kings Hwy E Ste 204, 
    Fairfield, CT 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Greenspan is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Fairfield, Connecticut. Dr. Greenspan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Office

    2876 Main St, 
    Stratford, CT 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lawrence Lo is a Radiologist in Stratford, Connecticut. Dr. Lo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Vertigo, Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Orthopaedic Specialty Group

    2909 Main St, 
    Stratford, CT 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Donahue is a Radiologist in Stratford, Connecticut. Dr. Donahue is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Pleurisy.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    St. Vincents Urgent Care LLC

    1055 Post Rd, 
    Fairfield, CT 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John-paul Velasco is a Radiologist in Fairfield, Connecticut. Dr. Velasco has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Pleurisy, and Thyroid Nodule.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Arthritis And Internal Medicine Associates LLC

    5520 Park Ave, 
    Trumbull, CT 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kiran Sheikh is a Radiologist in Trumbull, Connecticut. Dr. Sheikh has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD), Chronic Cough, Tenosynovitis, and Breast Lump.

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

    Northeast Medical Group Internal Medicine-Fairfield

    1152 Kings Highway Cutoff, 
    Fairfield, CT 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Gentry is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Fairfield, Connecticut. Dr. Gentry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.

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

    Office

    2876 Main St, 
    Stratford, CT 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Zinn is an Interventional Radiologist in Stratford, Connecticut. Dr. Zinn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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

    Office

    2876 Main St, 
    Stratford, CT 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Terence Hughes is an Interventional Radiologist in Stratford, Connecticut. Dr. Hughes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

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

    St. Vincents Urgent Care LLC

    1055 Post Rd, 
    Fairfield, CT 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Dibartholomeo is an Interventional Radiologist in Fairfield, Connecticut. Dr. Dibartholomeo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

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

    Advanced Radiology Consultants LLC

    1055 Post Rd, 
    Fairfield, CT 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eran Rotem is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Fairfield, Connecticut. Dr. Rotem is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Pleurisy, Liver Embolization, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Marc Ferrante
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Radiation Oncology Of Southern Ct LLC

    15 Corporate Dr, 
    Trumbull, CT 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Ferrante is a Radiologist in Trumbull, Connecticut. Dr. Ferrante is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Colonic Malakoplakia, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Gas Bloat Syndrome, and Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group

    2800 Main St # 33, 
    Bridgeport, CT 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rafael Squitieri is a Thoracic Surgeon in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Dr. Squitieri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    3180 Main St, Suite 201, 
    Bridgeport, CT 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Fitzgerald is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Dr. Fitzgerald is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery

    Office

    501 Kings Hwy E Ste 112, 
    Fairfield, CT 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Lettera is a Thoracic Surgeon in Fairfield, Connecticut. Dr. Lettera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

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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 Bridgeport, CT?

    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 Bridgeport, CT?

    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 Bridgeport, CT?

    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 Bridgeport, CT?

    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 Bridgeport, CT?

    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 Bridgeport, CT?

    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 Bridgeport, CT?

    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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