The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in fall river, MA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 57 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near fall river, MA. Of these, 41 are Experienced, 14 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    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 
     (0.1 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 
     (0.8 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.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Jonelle A. Raphael
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Jonelle A. Raphael
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Southcoast Hospitals Group

    363 Highland Ave, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonelle Raphael is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Raphael is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Industrial Bronchitis, Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Emphysema, Lung Metastases, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Raphael is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Southcoast Hospitals Group

    363 Highland Ave, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    508-679-7136
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Portia Silk is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Silk is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteopenia, Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Vertigo. Dr. Silk is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Southcoast Hospitals Group

    363 Highland Ave, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    508-677-9729
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    John Sheehan-Iii is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Sheehan-Iii is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tenosynovitis, Visceromegaly, Vertigo, and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. Dr. Sheehan-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Joseph L. Farnam
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Joseph L. Farnam
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Southcoast Hospitals Group

    363 Highland Ave, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    508-973-6852
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Joseph Farnam is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Farnam 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, Osteoarthritis, Boils, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

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

    Southcoast Hospitals Group

    363 Highland Ave, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    508-679-7161
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Ziino is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Ziino is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tenosynovitis, Bronchogenic Cyst, Nasal Flaring, and Pleurisy. Dr. Ziino is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Daniel F. Sousa
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Daniel F. Sousa
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonary Care P.C.

    1030 President Ave Rm 210, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    508-235-6488
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Sousa is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Sousa is rated as an Advanced 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 Lung Metastases, Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Sousa is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Essam R. Awad
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Essam R. Awad
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonary Care P.C.

    1030 President Ave Rm 210, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    508-235-6250
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Essam Awad is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Awad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Atypical Pneumonia, and Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. Dr. Awad is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Aamir Ahmad
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Aamir Ahmad
    Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Prima Care PC

    277 Pleasant St, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    508-674-0600
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Aamir Ahmad is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Ahmad 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 Ascites, Visceromegaly, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Ahmad is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Hector E. Mateo
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Hector E. Mateo
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Southcoast Health Internal Medicine

    534 Prospect St, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hector Mateo is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Mateo 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 Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, and Emphysema. Dr. Mateo is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Southcoast Hospitals Group

    363 Highland Ave, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    508-679-7165
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Le is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Le 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 Tenosynovitis, Biliary Dyskinesia, Gallbladder Disease, and Vertigo. Dr. Le is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Southcoast Hospitals Group

    363 Highland Ave, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    508-677-9729
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Mungovan is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Mungovan 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 Tenosynovitis, Nasal Flaring, Gallbladder Disease, and Vertigo. Dr. Mungovan is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Southcoast Hospitals Group

    363 Highland Ave, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    508-679-7165
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Lentini is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Lentini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His clinical expertise encompasses Biliary Dyskinesia, Tenosynovitis, Gallbladder Disease, and Vertigo. Dr. Lentini is currently accepting new patients.

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

    St Annes Hospital

    795 Middle St, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    508-674-5600
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stephanie Van Colen is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Van Colen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Chronic Cough, Vertigo, and Breast Lump. Dr. Van Colen is currently accepting new patients.

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

    St Annes Hospital

    795 Middle St, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    508-674-5600
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Richard Herman is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Herman 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 Headache, Tenosynovitis, Vertigo, and Breast Lump. Dr. Herman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Raya H. Alhalawani
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Raya H. Alhalawani
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    St Annes Hospital

    795 Middle St, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    508-674-5600
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Raya Alhalawani is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Alhalawani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Pleurisy, Thyroid Nodule, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Alhalawani is currently accepting new patients.

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

    St Annes Hospital

    795 Middle St, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    508-674-5600
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Lanoue is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Lanoue is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Chronic Cough, and Ascites. Dr. Lanoue is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Nick Mucciardi
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Nick Mucciardi
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonary Care P.C.

    1030 President Ave Rm 210, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    508-973-1780
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    Nick Mucciardi is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Mucciardi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Mucciardi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Arvind Bansal
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Dr. Arvind Bansal
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pulmonary Care P.C.

    1030 President Ave Rm 210, 
    Fall River, MA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    508-235-6249
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Arvind Bansal is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fall River, Massachusetts. Dr. Bansal 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 Lung Metastases, Bronchitis, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Bansal 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 fall river, 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 fall river, 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 fall river, MA?

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    How does MediFind rank Pleural Effusion doctors near fall river, 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 fall river, 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 fall river, 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 fall river, 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 fall river, 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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