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    MediFind found 232 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Bridgeton, MO. Of these, 156 are Experienced, 71 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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    232 providers found
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      12380 De Paul Dr, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Shiraz Daud is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Daud is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

      Ssm Medical Group Inc

      12277 De Paul Dr, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Portuguese
      Accepting New Patients

      Peter Fonseca is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Fonseca is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Collapsed Lung, Pleurisy, Gastrostomy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Fonseca is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Neuroradiology
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Neuroradiology

      Ernst Radiology Clinic Inc

      12303 Depaul Dr, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Mattingly is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Mattingly is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Stroke, Premature Ovarian Failure, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

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      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Nuclear Medicine
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Nuclear Medicine

      Ernst Radiology Clinic, Inc

      12303 Depaul Dr, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Assamese, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients

      Rashmi Jain is a Radiologist and a Nuclear Medicine provider in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Jain is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Pneumonia, Chronic Eosinophilic Pneumonia, Simple Pulmonary Eosinophilia, and Lung Nodules. Dr. Jain is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Ernst Radiology Clinic, Inc

      12303 Depaul Dr, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dennis Luetkemeyer is a Radiologist in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Luetkemeyer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Vertigo, Pleurisy, and Lung Nodules.

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

      Ssm Medical Group Inc

      12255 De Paul Dr, Suite 500, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Punjabi, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients

      Nikhat Salamat is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Salamat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Lung Metastases. Dr. Salamat is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Radiologic Imaging Consultants, Llp

      300 1st Capitol Dr, 
      Saint Charles, MO 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jonathan Root is a Radiologist in Saint Charles, Missouri. Dr. Root is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Collapsed Lung, and Gastrostomy.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Radiologic Imaging Consultants, Llp

      300 1st Capitol Dr, 
      Saint Charles, MO 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daniel Cohen is a Radiologist in Saint Charles, Missouri. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, and Pleurisy.

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

      Ssm Medical Group Inc

      400 1st Capitol Dr, Suite 100, 
      Saint Charles, MO 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Dutch, Punjabi
      Accepting New Patients

      Mohsin Ehsan is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Saint Charles, Missouri. Dr. Ehsan 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, COVID-19, Pleurisy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Ehsan is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Washington University

      1225 Graham Rd, 
      Florissant, MO 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      41+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Stewart is a Radiologist in Florissant, Missouri. Dr. Stewart has been practicing medicine for over 41 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Ascites.

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

      Washington University

      1225 Graham Rd, 
      Florissant, MO 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Paula Leiva is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Florissant, Missouri. Dr. Leiva is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Breast Cancer, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis. Dr. Leiva is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Washington University

      1225 Graham Rd, 
      Florissant, MO 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Benjamin Northrup is a Radiologist in Florissant, Missouri. Dr. Northrup has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Northrup is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

      Washington University

      12634 Olive Blvd, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (7.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Andrew Bierhals is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Bierhals is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Bronchogenic Cyst. Dr. Bierhals is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion

      Ernst Radiology Clinic, Inc

      3440 Depaul Ln, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ronald Palmer is a Radiologist in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Palmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Headache, Vertigo, Boils, and Carbuncle.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      12303 Depaul Dr, Depaul Health Center, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Karen Baranski is a Radiologist in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Baranski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Ascites, Headache, Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy.

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

      Ssm Medical Group Inc

      12255 De Paul Dr, Suite 500, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Patrick Sandiford is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Sandiford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and Chronic Cough. Dr. Sandiford is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Ssm Medical Group Inc

      12255 De Paul Dr, Suite 500, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Punjabi
      Accepting New Patients

      Praveena Uppal is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Uppal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Uppal is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Ssm Medical Group Inc

      12255 De Paul Dr, Suite 500, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Richard Summa is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Summa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Emphysema, and Bullae. Dr. Summa is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Ssm Medical Group Inc

      12255 De Paul Dr, Suite 500, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Tanner Wallen is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Wallen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Cystic Fibrosis, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Wallen is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion

      Radiologic Imaging Consultants, Llp

      300 1st Capitol Dr, 
      Saint Charles, MO 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Aurora Gonzalez is a Radiologist in Saint Charles, Missouri. Dr. Gonzalez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Vertigo, Pleurisy, and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.

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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 Bridgeton, MO?

      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 Bridgeton, MO?

      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 Bridgeton, MO?

      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 Bridgeton, MO?

      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 Bridgeton, MO?

      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 Bridgeton, MO?

      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 Bridgeton, MO?

      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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