The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in Cary, NC

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The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors near Cary, NC

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 190 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Cary, NC. Of these, 139 are Experienced, 37 are Advanced and 14 are Distinguished.

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190 providers found
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lara Bashoura is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Bashoura is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bruce Sabath is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Sabath is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Georgie Eapen is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Eapen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, Endoscopy, and Vertebroplasty.

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    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeremy Erasmus is a Radiologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Erasmus has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Metastatic Pleural Tumor, Lung Nodules, Liposarcoma, and Fibrosarcoma.

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

    Rex Pulmonary Specialists-Raleigh

    2605 Blue Ridge Rd Ste 190, 
    Raleigh, NC 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hiren Mehta is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lung Metastases, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Office

    4301 Lake Boone Trl Ste 104, 
    Raleigh, NC 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carroll Overton is a Radiologist in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Overton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rodolfo Morice is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Morice is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Lung Cancer, Empyema, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement.

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

    Office

    455 Swiftside Dr Ste 105, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sharad Vora is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Vora is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pleural Effusion, Bronchiectasis, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carol Wu is a Radiologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Wu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma, Lung Nodules, and Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patricia De Groot is a Radiologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. De Groot is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Metastatic Pleural Tumor, Rhabdoid Tumor Predisposition Syndrome, Synovial Sarcoma, and Rhabdoid Tumor.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marcelo Benveniste is a Radiologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Benveniste is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma, Rhabdoid Tumor Predisposition Syndrome, Synovial Sarcoma, and Rhabdomyosarcoma.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Girish Shroff is a Radiologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Shroff is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Metastatic Pleural Tumor, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Lung Nodules.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rajendra Kumar is a Radiologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Fibrosarcoma, Caffey Disease, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, and Epithelioid Sarcoma.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Myrna Godoy is a Radiologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Godoy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleural Effusion, Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma, and Rhabdoid Tumor Predisposition Syndrome.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jitesh Ahuja is a Radiologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Ahuja is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Lung Nodules, and Mediastinal Tumor.

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

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ajay Sheshadri is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Sheshadri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Pneumonia, Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Lung Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Gladish is a Radiologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Gladish is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Metastatic Pleural Tumor, Mesothelioma, and Pleurisy.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ann Shi is a Radiologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Shi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Ascites, Pleurisy, Gallbladder Disease, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Achal Sarna is a Radiologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Sarna is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Chylous Ascites, Kimura Disease, and Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sonia Betancourt is a Radiologist in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Betancourt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Metastatic Pleural Tumor, Rhabdoid Tumor Predisposition Syndrome, Rhabdoid Tumor, and Synovial Sarcoma.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Cary, NC?

    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 Cary, NC?

    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 Cary, NC?

    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 Cary, NC?

    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 Cary, NC?

    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 Cary, NC?

    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 Cary, NC?

    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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