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    MediFind found 1500 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Illinois, US. Of these, 1051 are Experienced, 402 are Advanced and 47 are Distinguished.

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    1,500 providers found
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery

      Advocate Medical Group Thoracic Surgery

      10604 Southwest Hwy, Ste 101, 
      Chicago Ridge, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sammy Nawas is a Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Nawas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Central Illinois Radiological Associates Ltd

      530 Ne Glen Oak Ave, 
      Peoria, IL 
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kaushik Gururajan is a Radiologist in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Gururajan has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Gallbladder Disease, and Visceromegaly.

      Agop Tepeli
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group Pulmonology

      17850 Kedzie Ave, Ste 3250, 
      Hazel Crest, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Agop Tepeli is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Hazel Crest, Illinois. Dr. Tepeli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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      Elizabeth Klein
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group Pulmonology

      9000 Waukegan Rd, Ste 220, 
      Morton Grove, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Elizabeth Klein is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Morton Grove, Illinois. Dr. Klein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Gastrostomy.

      Douglas K. Kyle-Hogarth
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      UChicago Medicine Physicians

      5758 S Maryland Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      D Kyle Kyle-Hogarth is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Chicago, IL. Dr. Kyle-Hogarth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Emphysema, Sarcoidosis, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

      Abdul H. Alraiyes
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group Pulmonology

      1875 Dempster St, Ste 265, 
      Park Ridge, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Abdul Alraiyes is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Alraiyes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Momen Wahidi
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      676 N St Clair St Ste 2140, Arkes Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Experience:
      34+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Momen Wahidi is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Wahidi has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleural Effusion, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

      Neeraj R. Desai
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      455 S Roselle Rd, 
      Schaumburg, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Neeraj Desai is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Schaumburg, Illinois. Dr. Desai is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.

      Dennis Hoffman
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Chest And Sleep Medicine Associates, SC

      755 S Milwaukee Ave, 
      Libertyville, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dennis Hoffman is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Libertyville, Illinois. Dr. Hoffman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Michael J. Keller
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      2701 Patriot Blvd, 
      Glenview, IL 
      Experience:
      20+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Keller is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Keller has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, and Pneumonia.

      Firas Dairi
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Clinic, LLC

      2971 W Algonquin Rd, 
      Algonquin, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      Offers Telehealth

      Firas Dairi is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Algonquin, Illinois. Dr. Dairi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Kantilal Chandarana
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      12251 S 80th Ave, 
      Palos Heights, IL 
      Experience:
      60+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kantilal Chandarana is a Radiologist in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Chandarana has been practicing medicine for over 60 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, Fecal Impaction, and Vertigo.

      Eric M. Hart
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      676 N St Clair St Ste 800, Arkes Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Experience:
      38+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Eric Hart is a Radiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Hart has been practicing medicine for over 38 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, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Subcutaneous Emphysema.

      Sami Sibai
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology
      676 N St Clair St Ste 800, Arkes Pavilion, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Experience:
      20+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sami Sibai is a Radiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Sibai has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Pleurisy, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Pleural Effusion.

      Nasir Iqbal
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology

      Integrated Imaging Consultants, LLC

      4440 W 95th St, 
      Oak Lawn, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nasir Iqbal is a Radiologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Iqbal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Tenosynovitis, and Vertigo.

      Dennis F. Kellar
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Northwest Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine, SC

      1340 Ryan Pkwy, 
      Algonquin, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dennis Kellar is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Algonquin, Illinois. Dr. Kellar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

      Daniel Y. Kim
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Integrated Imaging Consultants, LLC

      801 S Milwaukee Ave, 
      Libertyville, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Korean

      Daniel Kim is a Radiologist in Libertyville, Illinois. Dr. Kim 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 Vertigo.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Interventional Radiology | General Surgery
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Interventional Radiology | General Surgery

      Loyola University Medical Center

      2160 S 1st Ave, 
      Maywood, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      John Annes is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Annes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Annes is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Pediatric Radiology | Radiation Oncology
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Pediatric Radiology | Radiation Oncology

      Radiology Subspecialists Of Northern Illinois LLC

      825 W State St, Suite 103e, 
      Geneva, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sharmishtha Jayachandran is a Radiologist and a Pediatric Radiologist in Geneva, Illinois. Dr. Jayachandran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Wandering Spleen, Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Breast Infection, and Fibrocystic Breast Disease.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      680 N Lake Shore Dr, Suite 1000, 
      Chicago, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Frank Becker is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Becker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Bronchiectasis, Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Lung Metastases. Dr. Becker is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      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 in Illinois, US?

      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 in Illinois, US?

      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 in Illinois, US?

      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 in Illinois, US?

      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 in Illinois, US?

      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 in Illinois, US?

      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 in Illinois, US?

      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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