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    MediFind found 82 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Germantown, MD. Of these, 52 are Experienced, 25 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      20410 Observation Dr, Suite 104, 
      Germantown, MD 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bruce Bortnick is a Radiologist in Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Bortnick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Pleurisy, Bronchogenic Cyst, and Pleural Effusion.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion

      Radiology Associates Of Maryland LLC

      12850 Middlebrook Rd, Suite 110, 
      Germantown, MD 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Shahin Korangy is a Radiologist in Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Korangy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Lung Nodules, and Vertigo.

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      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

      Professional Services Of Holy Cross

      19801 Observation Dr, 
      Germantown, MD 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Riny Karras is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Karras is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy.

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      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Neuroradiology
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Neuroradiology

      Professional Services Of Holy Cross

      19801 Observation Dr, 
      Germantown, MD 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ning Lu is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Lu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Gallbladder Disease, Familial Porencephaly, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.

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

      Usacs Critical Care Medicine Services East, LLC

      19801 Observation Dr, 
      Germantown, MD 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Elizabeth Befekadu is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Befekadu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Pleural Effusion.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      20410 Observation Dr, Suite 104, 
      Germantown, MD 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jeffrey Rich is a Radiologist in Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Rich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      20410 Observation Dr, Suite 104, 
      Germantown, MD 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Velma Casanova is a Radiologist in Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Casanova is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Thyroid Nodule.

      Janan A. Gohari
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine

      Gohari Health Group

      9063 Shady Grove Ct, 
      Gaithersburg, MD 
       (6.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Gohari graduated from the Howard University College of Medicine in 2009. She works in Washington, DC and 1 other location and specializes in Pulmonology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Gohari is affiliated with Howard University Hospital. She started her own practice called Gohari Health Group in 2025. Gohari Health Group is a tailored medical practice dedicated to proactive, personalized care with a focus on hormone optimization and whole-body wellness. We go beyond traditional medicine – empowering you which basic and innovative strategies to prevent disease, restore balance and elevate your long-term vitality. With a concierge option available to interested patients, you can have direct access to your physician, with minimal waiting, and appointments that work for your schedule. At Gohari Health, our priority is bringing you back to the basics by spending time, listening and creating a personalized plan with tools for better health outcomes. Dr. Gohari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Atypical Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy.

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

      Blackwell Physicians, LLC

      9601 Blackwell Rd, Suite 150, 
      Rockville, MD 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Alex Wurm is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Wurm is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Lung Cancer, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Wurm is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Blackwell Physicians, LLC

      9601 Blackwell Rd, Suite 150, 
      Rockville, MD 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kim Callwood is a Radiologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Callwood is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Primary Familial Brain Calcification, Cerebelloolivary Atrophy, and Headache.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Blackwell Physicians, LLC

      9901 Medical Ctr Dr, 
      Rockville, MD 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Rhee is a Radiologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Rhee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), and Visceromegaly.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Blackwell Physicians, LLC

      9901 Medical Ctr Dr, 
      Rockville, MD 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Isaacs is a Radiologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Isaacs is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Herniated Disk, Pleural Effusion, and Visceromegaly.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology

      Blackwell Physicians, LLC

      9901 Medical Ctr Dr, 
      Rockville, MD 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      41+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Renu Berry is a Radiologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Berry has been practicing medicine for over 41 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3.

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

      Usacs Critical Care Medicine Services East, LLC

      9901 Medical Ctr Dr, 
      Rockville, MD 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Malayalam
      Accepting New Patients

      Safy John is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. John is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Pneumonia. Dr. John is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

      Frederick Health Hospital Inc

      3430 Worthington Blvd, 
      Frederick, MD 
       (11.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Judd Goldberg is a Radiologist in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Goldberg is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Vertigo. Dr. Goldberg is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Pediatric Radiology | Interventional Radiology
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Pediatric Radiology | Interventional Radiology

      Fairfax Radiological Consultants PC

      44045 Rivderside Pkwy, 
      Leesburg, VA 
       (13.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Bernice Griffith is a Radiologist and a Pediatric Radiologist in Leesburg, Virginia. Dr. Griffith is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Visceromegaly, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1. Dr. Griffith is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

      Loudoun Medical Group, PC

      19500 Sandridge Way, Suite 420, 
      Lansdowne, VA 
       (13.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Scott Cassar is a Radiologist in Lansdowne, Virginia. Dr. Cassar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Diverticular Disease, Pleurisy, and Bronchogenic Cyst.

      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Interventional Radiology
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Interventional Radiology

      Loudoun Medical Group, PC

      19500 Sandridge Way, Suite 420, 
      Lansdowne, VA 
       (13.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ali Albayati is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Lansdowne, Virginia. Dr. Albayati is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Nasal Flaring, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Albayati is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Interventional Radiology
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Interventional Radiology

      Diagnostic Medical Imaging PA

      7804 River Falls Dr, 
      Potomac, MD 
       (13.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Stewart Karr is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Potomac, Maryland. Dr. Karr is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Ascites, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      16220 S Frederick Ave, Ste 213, 
      Gaithersburg, MD 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Frank Mayo is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Dr. Mayo 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), Lung Nodules, and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. Dr. Mayo is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Germantown, MD?

      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 Germantown, MD?

      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 Germantown, MD?

      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 Germantown, MD?

      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 Germantown, MD?

      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 Germantown, MD?

      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 Germantown, MD?

      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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