The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in Sarasota, FL

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The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors near Sarasota, FL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 78 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Sarasota, FL. Of these, 36 are Experienced, 25 are Advanced and 17 are Distinguished.

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78 providers found
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Lung Associates Of Sarasota LLC

    1921 Waldemere St Ste 705, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Hurwitz is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Hurwitz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Asthma, Bronchiectasis, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Lung Associates Of Sarasota LLC

    1921 Waldemere St Ste 705, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Heidi Goedicke is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Goedicke is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Asthma, Lung Metastases, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Lung Associates Of Sarasota LLC

    1921 Waldemere St Ste 705, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ziad Ghamra is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Ghamra is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Nodules, and Gastrostomy.

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    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Lung Associates Of Sarasota LLC

    1921 Waldemere St Ste 705, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lakshmi Reddy is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Reddy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Bronchiectasis, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Lung Associates Of Sarasota LLC

    1921 Waldemere St Ste 705, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kisha Morgan is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Morgan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Asthma in Children, Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Seaman is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Seaman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Pleurisy, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Office

    3333 Cattlemen Rd Ste 104, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Janine Mylett is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Mylett is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, and Bronchiectasis.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Lung Associates Of Sarasota LLC

    1921 Waldemere St Ste 705, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Craig Harcup is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Harcup is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Asthma in Children, Asthma, Bronchiectasis, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Lung Associates Of Sarasota LLC

    1921 Waldemere St Ste 705, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amit Shah is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Bronchiectasis, Asthma in Children, and Asthma.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Lung Associates Of Sarasota LLC

    1921 Waldemere St Ste 705, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Pue is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Pue is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

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

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eduardo Lacayo is an Interventional Radiologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Lacayo has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Liver Embolization.

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

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clinton Wrigley is an Interventional Radiologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Wrigley 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 Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Graft.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Heitor Okanobo is a Radiologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Okanobo 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
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amelia Anderson is a Neuroradiologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Pleurisy.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neil Baron is a Radiologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Baron is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Biliary Dyskinesia, Gallbladder Disease, Vertigo, and Pulmonary Fibrosis.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Lamar is a Radiologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Lamar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Diverticular Disease, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cynthia Bloom is a Radiologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Bloom is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Diverticular Disease, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Finazzo is a Radiologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Finazzo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Galactocoele, Breast Lump, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, and Fibroadenoma.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Marlowe is a Radiologist in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Marlowe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Biliary Dyskinesia.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery

    SMH Physician Services Inc

    1540 S Tamiami Trl Ste 303, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Vesco is a Thoracic Surgeon in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Vesco is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Sternal Cleft, Lung Cancer, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Thymectomy.

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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 Sarasota, FL?

    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 Sarasota, FL?

    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 Sarasota, FL?

    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 Sarasota, FL?

    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 Sarasota, FL?

    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 Sarasota, FL?

    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 Sarasota, FL?

    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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