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    MediFind found 41 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Rockford, IL. Of these, 30 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    41 providers found
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Rockford Health Physicians

      2350 N Rockton Ave, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (2.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Abdullah Altayeh is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Altayeh 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, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

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

      Swedishamerican Hospital

      1401 E State St, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      David Kozlov is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Kozlov is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Lung Cancer, Pleurisy, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Graft. Dr. Kozlov is currently accepting new patients.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Swedishamerican Hospital

      1340 Charles St, Suite 405, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mohamed Zeater is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Zeater is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Central Sleep Apnea. Dr. Zeater is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

      Swedishamerican Hospital

      1340 Charles St, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Vivek Thappa is a Sleep Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Thappa 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, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. Dr. Thappa is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Radiology Consultants Of Rockford Ltd

      1340 Charles St, Suite 404, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Edward Steffen is a Radiologist in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Steffen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Ascites, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Rockford Health Physicians

      2350 N Rockton Ave, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (2.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bharati Roy is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Roy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Pleural Effusion, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

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

      Rockford Health Physicians

      2400 N Rockton Ave, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Todd Schirmang is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Schirmang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Diverticular Disease, and Pleurisy. Dr. Schirmang is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Radiology Consultants Of Rockford Ltd

      1215 N Alpine Rd, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lee-ming Liou is a Radiologist in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Liou is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Radiology Consultants Of Rockford Ltd

      1215 N Alpine Rd, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Harry Brown is a Radiologist in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Brown is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, CAPOS Syndrome, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery
      5668 E State St, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Thomas Carter is a Thoracic Surgeon in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Carter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Carter is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology

      Radiology Consultants Of Rockford Ltd

      1401 E State St, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Hamid Nazeer is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Nazeer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Diverticular Disease, Lung Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Bone Graft.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion

      Radiology Consultants Of Rockford Ltd

      1401 E State St, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Eric Cuasay is a Radiologist in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Cuasay 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 Breast Infection.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Swedishamerican Hospital

      1401 E State St, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Yazan Fahmawi is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Fahmawi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Pleural Effusion, Endoscopy, and Fasciotomy.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion

      Radiology Consultants Of Rockford Ltd

      1401 E State St, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Song is a Radiologist in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Song is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Vertigo, Headache, Tenosynovitis, and Chronic Cough.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Interventional Radiology
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Interventional Radiology

      Radiology Consultants Of Rockford Ltd

      1401 E State St, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Shadab Khan is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Tenosynovitis, Osteoarthritis, and Pleurisy.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

      Swedishamerican Hospital

      1340 Charles St, Suite 405, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daniel Leonard is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Leonard 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), Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, and Asthma in Children.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      2400 N Rockton Ave, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Randall Rhodes is a Radiologist in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Rhodes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Gallbladder Disease, CAPOS Syndrome, and Pleural Effusion.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology

      Rockford Health Physicians

      2400 N Rockton Ave, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Rajesh Kakarla is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Kakarla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Boils, Cirrhosis, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft. Dr. Kakarla is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      2400 N Rockton Ave, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Joseph Micho is a Radiologist in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Micho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Colonic Malakoplakia, and Pleural Effusion.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology

      Rockford Health Physicians

      2400 N Rockton Ave, 
      Rockford, IL 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Andrew Tannenbaum is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Tannenbaum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula, Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM), Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Rockford, IL?

      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 Rockford, IL?

      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 Rockford, IL?

      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 Rockford, IL?

      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 Rockford, IL?

      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 Rockford, IL?

      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 Rockford, IL?

      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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