The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in Nebraska, US

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The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors in Nebraska, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 298 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Nebraska, US. Of these, 187 are Experienced, 93 are Advanced and 18 are Distinguished.

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298 providers found
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    2540 N Healthy Way, 
    Fremont, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Auxier is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Fremont, Nebraska. Dr. Auxier is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Atypical Pneumonia, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Auxier is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Grand Island Radiology Associates PC

    3610 Richmond Cir Ste 100, 
    Grand Island, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cody Evans is a Radiologist in Grand Island, Nebraska. Dr. Evans is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Lung Nodules, Pleurisy, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Regional West Medical Center

    4021 Avenue B, 
    Scottsbluff, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Yung is a Radiologist in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Dr. Yung is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Osteopenia, Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Pleurisy.

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    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Neuroradiology

    CHI Health Lakeside

    16901 Lakeside Hills Ct, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patricia Helke is a Neuroradiologist in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Helke is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, and Breast Lump.

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

    William M Johnson MD PC

    1500 S 48th St, 
    Lincoln, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ryan Martin is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Lincoln, Nebraska. Dr. Martin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    William M Johnson MD PC

    1500 S 48th St, 
    Lincoln, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sean Barry is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Lincoln, Nebraska. Dr. Barry 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), Lung Nodules, Asthma, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Methodist Hospital

    8303 Dodge St, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    J Christopher is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Christopher is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

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

    Methodist Physicians Clinic (Westroads Office Park)

    1120 N 103rd Plz, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Bowers is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Bowers 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), Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

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

    Methodist Physicians Clinic (Westroads Office Park)

    1120 N 103rd Plz, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patrick Meyers is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Meyers 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), Lung Nodules, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

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

    Methodist Physicians Clinic (Westroads Office Park)

    1120 N 103rd Plz, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sylvia Rael is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Rael is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Drowsiness, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and Pleurisy.

    Zachary S. Depew
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    CHI Health Clinic Pulmonary Medicine (CUMC - Bergan Mercy)

    7710 Mercy Rd, Ste 3000, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zachary Depew is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Depew is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Adenocarcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Ankush Ratwani
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine | Hospital Medicine
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine | Hospital Medicine

    CHI Health Clinic Pulmonary Medicine (CUMC - Bergan Mercy)

    7710 Mercy Rd, Ste 3000, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ankush Ratwani is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and a Hospital Medicine provider in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Ratwani has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Respiratory Acidosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ratwani is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Real Radiology LLC

    1010 N 102nd St, Ste 201, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    . Dr. Hedayati is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, CAPOS Syndrome, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Grand Island Radiology Associates PC

    3610 Richmond Cir Ste 100, 
    Grand Island, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Vavricek is an Interventional Radiologist in Grand Island, Nebraska. Dr. Vavricek is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Vertebroplasty.

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

    William M Johnson MD PC

    1500 S 48th St Ste 800, 
    Lincoln, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ellen Miller is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Lincoln, Nebraska. Dr. Miller is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pleural Effusion, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery

    Laboratory Corporation Of America Holdings

    1600 S 48th St Ste 600, 
    Lincoln, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Oakes is a Thoracic Surgeon in Lincoln, Nebraska. Dr. Oakes is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Pleurisy, Esophageal Perforation, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Radiology Consultants PC

    810 N 22nd St, 
    Blair, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Gelbman is a Radiologist in Blair, Nebraska. Dr. Gelbman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Visceromegaly, and Chronic Cough. Dr. Gelbman is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery

    Methodist Physicians Clinic (Westroads Office Park)

    1120 N 103rd Plz, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Batter is a Thoracic Surgeon in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Batter is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Pleural Effusion, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.

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

    Physicians Clinic Inc

    8303 Dodge St, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sumit Mukherjee is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Mukherjee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Mukherjee is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Methodist Physicians Clinic (Westroads Office Park)

    1120 N 103rd Plz, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Guillermo Huerta is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Huerta 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), Lung Nodules, and Pleural Effusion.

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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 in Nebraska, US?

    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 in Nebraska, US?

    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 in Nebraska, US?

    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 in Nebraska, US?

    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 in Nebraska, US?

    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 in Nebraska, US?

    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 in Nebraska, US?

    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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