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    MediFind found 1578 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Ohio, US. Of these, 1083 are Experienced, 394 are Advanced and 101 are Distinguished.

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    1,578 providers found
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

      University Of Cincinnati Physicians Company LLC

      7700 University Dr, 
      West Chester, OH 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Carl Flink is a Radiologist in West Chester, Ohio. Dr. Flink is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Bronchogenic Cyst, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. Dr. Flink is currently accepting new patients.

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

      University Hospitals Medical Group Inc

      11100 Euclid Ave, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Christopher Towe is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Towe is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Gastrostomy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Towe is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Promedica Central Physicians

      501 Van Buren St, 
      Fostoria, OH 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Arabic - Jordanian
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ahmad Abdelwahed is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Fostoria, Ohio. Dr. Abdelwahed 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, Pleurisy, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Abdelwahed is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Promedica Central Physicians

      2801 Bay Park Dr, 
      Oregon, OH 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ronald Wainz is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Oregon, Ohio. Dr. Wainz 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 Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID). Dr. Wainz is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery

      Promedica Central Physicians

      2901 N Reynolds Rd, 
      Toledo, OH 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      William Rachwal is a Thoracic Surgeon in Toledo, Ohio. Dr. Rachwal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Rachwal is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

      University Hospitals Medical Group Inc

      11100 Euclid Ave, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Philip Linden is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Linden is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Endoscopy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Linden is currently accepting new patients.

      Joseph Azok
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Experience:
      24+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Joseph Azok is a Radiologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Azok has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Subcutaneous Emphysema, and Lung Nodules.

      Rahul Renapurkar
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rahul Renapurkar is a Radiologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Renapurkar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Subcutaneous Emphysema, and Embolectomy.

      Ryo Benson
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ryo Benson is a Radiologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Benson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.

      Gary Chen
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology

      Clinic Medical Services Company, LLC

      762 S Cleveland Massillon Rd, 
      Fairlawn, OH 
      Experience:
      28+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gary Chen is a Radiologist in Fairlawn, Ohio. Dr. Chen has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and 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 Ascites.

      Aqeel Chowdhry
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

      Clinic Medical Services Company, LLC

      4300 Allen Rd, 
      Stow, OH 
      Experience:
      26+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Aqeel Chowdhry is a Radiologist in Stow, Ohio. Dr. Chowdhry has been practicing medicine for over 26 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Bronchiectasis, Emphysema, and Visceromegaly.

      Frank Ricaurte
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

      Administrative Campus Building 1

      125875 Science Park Drive, 
      Beachwood, OH 
      Experience:
      37+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Frank Ricaurte is a Radiologist in Beachwood, Ohio. Dr. Ricaurte has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Boils, Pleural Effusion, Visceromegaly, and Endoscopy.

      Sudish Murthy
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Experience:
      42+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Sudish Murthy is a Thoracic Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Murthy has been practicing medicine for over 42 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Hiatal Hernia, Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy.

      Thomas Herbener
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Experience:
      45+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Thomas Herbener is a Radiologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Herbener has been practicing medicine for over 45 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3.

      James Littman
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

      Medina Hospital

      1000 East Washington Street, 
      Medina, OH 
      Experience:
      42+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Littman is a Radiologist in Medina, Ohio. Dr. Littman has been practicing medicine for over 42 years and 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 Tenosynovitis.

      Subha Ghosh
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology

      Cleveland Clinic

      1125 Aspira Ct, 
      Mansfield, OH 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Subha Ghosh is a Radiologist in Mansfield, Ohio. Dr. Ghosh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Lung Nodules, Chronic Eosinophilic Pneumonia, and Endoscopy.

      William Murphy
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

      Cleveland Clinic

      9500 Euclid Ave, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Experience:
      46+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      William Murphy is a Radiologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Murphy has been practicing medicine for over 46 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Boils.

      Mark Richards
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Experience:
      24+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mark Richards is a Radiologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Richards has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Rafik Khalil
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Experience:
      39+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rafik Khalil is a Radiologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Khalil has been practicing medicine for over 39 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Osteopenia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Carbuncle.

      Daniel Raymond
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery
      Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Experience:
      33+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Raymond is a Thoracic Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Raymond has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Thymectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

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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 in Ohio, 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 Ohio, 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 Ohio, 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 Ohio, 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 Ohio, 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 Ohio, 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 Ohio, 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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