The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in fairhaven, MA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 57 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near fairhaven, MA. Of these, 40 are Experienced, 15 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
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    Southcoast Hospitals Group Inc

    101 Page St, 
    New Bedford, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    508-961-5338
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Salman Bashir is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Dr. Bashir is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchogenic Cyst, Ascites, Ureterocele, Liver Embolization, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bashir is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Tammy L. Gleeson
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Tammy L. Gleeson
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Southcoast Physicians Group

    208 Mill Rd, 
    Fairhaven, MA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    508-973-2204
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tammy Gleeson is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Dr. Gleeson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Gleeson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
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    Southcoast Hospitals Group Inc

    101 Page St, 
    New Bedford, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    508-997-1515
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Kevin Donahue is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Dr. Donahue is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tenosynovitis, Vertigo, Gallbladder Disease, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis. Dr. Donahue is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
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    Southcoast Hospitals Group Inc

    101 Page St, 
    New Bedford, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    508-973-5338
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Merport is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Dr. Merport is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Visceromegaly, Gastric Lymphoma, Liver Embolization, and Bone Graft. Dr. Merport is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Michael J. Hagar
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Michael J. Hagar
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Southcoast Hospitals Group Inc

    101 Page St, 
    New Bedford, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    508-973-7161
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Hagar is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Dr. Hagar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Lung Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Emmet J. Eby
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Emmet J. Eby
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Southcoast Physicians Group Inc.

    200 Mill Rd Ste 180, 
    Fairhaven, MA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    508-273-4974
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Emmet Eby is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Dr. Eby 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 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Eby is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Michael L. Barretti
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Michael L. Barretti
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Southcoast Physicians Group

    208 Mill Rd, 
    Fairhaven, MA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    508-973-2224
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Barretti is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Dr. Barretti 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 Paracoccidioidomycosis, Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Barretti is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Southcoast Hospitals Group Inc

    101 Page St, 
    New Bedford, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    508-961-5338
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Ronan is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Dr. Ronan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Headache, Diverticular Disease, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Vertigo. Dr. Ronan is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Southcoast Hospitals Group Inc

    101 Page St, 
    New Bedford, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    508-961-5856
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gregory Hurlock is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Dr. Hurlock 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 Fibroadenoma, Vertigo, Tenosynovitis, and Diverticular Disease. Dr. Hurlock is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Southcoast Hospitals Group Inc

    101 Page St, 
    New Bedford, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    508-997-1515
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Anne Ruggieri is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Dr. Ruggieri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Chronic Cough, Vertigo, and Bronchogenic Cyst. Dr. Ruggieri is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Southcoast Hospitals Group Inc

    101 Page St, 
    New Bedford, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    508-973-5856
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Evan Watkins is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Bedford, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Watkins 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 Diverticular Disease, Nasal Flaring, Tenosynovitis, and Carbuncle. Dr. Watkins is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Nicholas R. Ondraski
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Nicholas R. Ondraski
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Southcoast Hospitals Group Inc

    101 Page St, 
    New Bedford, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Nicholas Ondraski is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Dr. Ondraski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Dr. Ondraski is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Southcoast Hospitals Group Inc

    101 Page St, 
    New Bedford, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    508-973-5338
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nicholas Spencer is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Dr. Spencer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Vertigo, and Chronic Cough. Dr. Spencer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Laurie B. Reeder
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Laurie B. Reeder
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    SMG Thoracic Surgery At St. Anne's

    203 Plymouth Ave Ste 702, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (14.7 miles away)
    508-689-3783
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Laurie Reeder is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Reeder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, and Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion. Dr. Reeder is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Referral may be required

    Southcoast Hospitals Group

    363 Highland Ave, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (14.4 miles away)
    508-973-7161
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Kalinsky is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Kalinsky is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tenosynovitis, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Kalinsky is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Jason C. Graff
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Jason C. Graff
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Synergy Surgicalists LLC

    300A Faunce Corner Rd, 
    North Dartmouth, MA 
     (5.8 miles away)
    508-973-9050
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Graff is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Dr. Graff 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 Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Central Sleep Apnea, Sleepwalking (Somnambulism), and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. Dr. Graff is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Steward Medical Group Inc

    531 Faunce Corner Rd, 
    Dartmouth, MA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    508-996-3991
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Russell Maling is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Dr. Maling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Headache, Vertigo, Chronic Cough, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Maling is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Steward Medical Group Inc

    531 Faunce Corner Rd, 
    Dartmouth, MA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    508-996-3991
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    James Fletcher is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Dr. Fletcher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His clinical expertise encompasses Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Biliary Dyskinesia. Dr. Fletcher is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Steward Medical Group Inc

    531 Faunce Corner Rd, 
    Dartmouth, MA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    508-996-3991
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Oh is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Dr. Oh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Headache, Lung Nodules, Vertigo, and Chronic Cough. Dr. Oh is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Steward Medical Group Inc

    531 Faunce Corner Rd, 
    North Dartmouth, MA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    508-996-3991
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Westfall is a Radiologist practicing medicine in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Dr. Westfall 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 Ascites, Chronic Cough, Vertigo, and Thyroid Nodule. Dr. Westfall is currently accepting new patients.

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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 fairhaven, MA?

    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 fairhaven, MA?

    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 do I find the best Pleural Effusion doctor near fairhaven, MA?

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    How does MediFind rank Pleural Effusion doctors near fairhaven, MA?

    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 fairhaven, MA?

    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 fairhaven, MA?

    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 fairhaven, MA?

    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 fairhaven, MA?

    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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