The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in waterloo, IA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near waterloo, IA. Of these, 12 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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15 providers found
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Waterloo Pulmonology Care

    2710 St. Francis Drive, Suite 402, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alhassan Badahman is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Badahman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, and Asthma in Children. Dr. Badahman is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Waterloo Pulmonology Care

    2710 St. Francis Drive, Suite 402, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Visokey is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Visokey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, and Chronic Cough. Dr. Visokey is board certified in Internal Medicine, American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine and American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Visokey is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center

    3421 W 9th St, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nobuo Nakagawa is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Nakagawa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Lung Nodules, Liver Cancer, Liver Embolization, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Nakagawa is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center

    3421 W. 9th St., 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bob Filippone is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Filippone 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 Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Filippone is board certified in Diagnostic Radiology, American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Filippone is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center

    3421 W. 9th St., 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kevin He is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. He is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His clinical expertise encompasses Baker Cyst, Tenosynovitis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis. Dr. He is board certified in American Board Of Radiology. Dr. He is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center

    3421 W 9th St, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bryan Navarette is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Navarette is rated as an Experienced 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 Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Navarette is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center

    3421 W 9th St, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Marx is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Marx is rated as an Experienced 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 SVC Obstruction, May Thurner Syndrome, Ascites, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Allen Memorial Hospital Corporation Lab

    1825 Logan Ave, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bhavik Patel is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced 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 Aortic Valve Stenosis, Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Allen Memorial Hospital Corporation Lab

    1825 Logan Ave, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rajeev Anugu is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Anugu is rated as an Experienced 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 Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Ascites, Vertigo, and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Anugu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Allen Memorial Hospital Corporation Lab

    1825 Logan Ave, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gopi Kota is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Kota is rated as an Experienced 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 Visceromegaly, Ascites, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis. Dr. Kota is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Allen Memorial Hospital Corporation Lab

    1825 Logan Ave, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Charles Heggen is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Heggen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, and Vertigo. Dr. Heggen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Allen Memorial Hospital Corporation

    1825 Logan Ave, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nishad Nadkarni is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Nadkarni is rated as an Experienced 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 Boils, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis. Dr. Nadkarni is board certified in American Board Of Radiology and (Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology). Dr. Nadkarni is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Allen Memorial Hospital Corporation Lab

    1825 Logan Ave, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jery Januszkiewicz is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Januszkiewicz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy and Pleural Effusion.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2710 Saint Francis Dr Ste 402, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Moore is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Moore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Bronchiectasis, Emphysema, Lung Cancer, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Moore is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Office

    212 W Dale St Ste 203, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Cafaro is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Cafaro is rated as an Experienced 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 Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Chronic Cough, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 waterloo, IA?

    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 waterloo, IA?

    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 waterloo, IA?

    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 waterloo, IA?

    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 waterloo, IA?

    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 waterloo, IA?

    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 waterloo, IA?

    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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