The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in New Orleans, LA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 133 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near New Orleans, LA. Of these, 105 are Experienced, 25 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Ochsner Clinic Foundation

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ana Maliglig is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Maliglig is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Subcutaneous Emphysema, and Collapsed Lung.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Office

    1555 Poydras St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Perret is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Perret is rated as an Advanced 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 Nodules, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Carbuncle.

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

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hector Ferral is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Ferral is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Pleural Effusion, Breast Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Vertebroplasty.

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    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Karl is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Karl is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subcutaneous Emphysema, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pleurisy, and Bronchogenic Cyst.

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

    New Orleans VA Medical Center

    2400 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Houston is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Houston is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Bronchiectasis, and Pleurisy.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Touro Infirmary

    1401 Foucher St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Yellin is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Yellin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortopulmonary Window, Aorta-Pulmonary Artery Fistula, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    West Jefferson Medical Center

    1101 Medical Center Blvd, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Balart is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Balart is rated as an Advanced 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 Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bronchogenic Cyst, and Nasal Flaring.

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

    Pulmonary Medicine Associates LLP

    1111 Medical Center Blvd Ste N504, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Borron is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Borron is rated as an Advanced 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 Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Lung Metastases, Bronchiectasis, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Steigner is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Steigner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Bronchogenic Cyst, Ascites, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Steigner is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Radiology.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Renz is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Renz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2. Dr. Renz is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Radiology.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Saliba is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Saliba is rated as an Advanced 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 Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Biliary Dyskinesia.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roy Divittorio is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Divittorio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholesterol Pneumonia, Pleurisy, Headache, and Visceromegaly. Dr. Divittorio is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Radiology.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Office

    1111 Medical Center Blvd Ste N108, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jay Helgason is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Helgason is rated as an Advanced 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 Idiopathic Dilatation of the Pulmonary Artery, Pulmonary Vein Stenosis, Bronchogenic Cyst, and Pleurisy.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Office

    9049 W Judge Perez Dr, 
    Chalmette, LA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Mullen is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Chalmette, Louisiana. Dr. Mullen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, and Vertigo.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    East Jefferson General Hospital

    4200 Houma Blvd, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Mp Sandoz is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Mp Sandoz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, and Hepatocerebral Degeneration.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Tulane University School Of Medicine

    1430 Tulane Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Triche is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Triche is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Lung Disease, Visceromegaly, Idiopathic Dilatation of the Pulmonary Artery, and Pulmonary Vein Stenosis.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Tulane University School Of Medicine

    1430 Tulane Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mandy Weidenhaft is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Weidenhaft is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her clinical expertise encompasses Placenta Previa, Interstitial Lung Disease, Bronchogenic Cyst, and Idiopathic Dilatation of the Pulmonary Artery.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    University Healthcare System L.C.

    1415 Tulane Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Beech is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Beech is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Lung Disease, Splenomegaly, Visceromegaly, and Bronchogenic Cyst.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    University Healthcare System L.C.

    1415 Tulane Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cynthia Hanemann is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Hanemann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Lung Disease, Breast Lump, Intussusception in Children, and Gas Bloat Syndrome.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    University Healthcare System L.C.

    1415 Tulane Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Olga Molchanova is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Molchanova is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Biliary Dyskinesia, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, and Gas Bloat Syndrome.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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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