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    MediFind found 39 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Williamsport, PA. Of these, 27 are Experienced and 12 are Advanced.

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    39 providers found
      Michael J. Lazar
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery

      UPMC Cardiothoracic Surgery

      740 High Street, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Lazar, MD, MHA, specializes in cardiothoracic surgery and is certified in thoracic and cardiac surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. He practices at UPMC Williamsport and is the regional medical director of cardiothoracic surgery at UPMC Williamsport, UPMC Altoona, and UPMC Western Maryland. He completed his residency at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and medical degree at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. Dr. Lazar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

      Bryan J. Mcverry
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Pulmonary Medicine

      UPMC Susquehanna Health, Lung Center

      700 High Street, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bryan McVerry, MD, specializes in pulmonology and is board-certified in pulmonary disease and critical care medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with UPMC Somerset, UPMC Williamsport, UPMC Northwest, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC St. Margaret, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Horizon, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC Jameson, UPMC Presbyterian and UPMC East. Dr. McVerry completed his fellowships at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and the University of Chicago, residency at the University of Chicago and medical degree at Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Mcverry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), COVID-19, Pneumonia, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Gastrostomy.

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      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Susquehanna Physician Services

      740 High St, Suite 3001, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kevin Baskin is a Radiologist in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Baskin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Secondary Peritonitis, Peritonitis, and Gastrostomy.

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      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Susquehanna Imaging Associates, Inc.

      1205 River Ave, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Margaret Fynes is a Radiologist in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Fynes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Retroversion of the Uterus, Pleurisy, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Fynes is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Susquehanna Imaging Associates, Inc.

      1100 Grampian Blvd, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Iwao Tanaka is a Radiologist in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Tanaka is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Boils, and Carbuncle.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Susquehanna Imaging Associates, Inc.

      1112 Grampian Blvd, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ralph Pinchinat is a Radiologist in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Pinchinat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Carbuncle.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Susquehanna Imaging Associates, Inc.

      1112 Grampian Blvd, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Quintana is a Radiologist in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Quintana is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Retroversion of the Uterus, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Melorheostosis, and Liver Embolization.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Geisinger-Hm Joint Venture LLC

      1824 E 3rd St, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Leslie Scott is a Radiologist in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Scott is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Nasal Flaring, and Chronic Cough.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Pediatric Radiology | Radiology
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Pediatric Radiology | Radiology

      Geisinger-Hm Joint Venture LLC

      1824 E 3rd St, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      George Wu is a Pediatric Radiologist and a Radiologist in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wu 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 Gallbladder Disease.

      Advanced in Pleural Effusion
      Advanced in Pleural Effusion

      Geisinger-Hm Joint Venture LLC

      780 Broad St, 
      Montoursville, PA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Suresh Chamarthi is a Radiologist in Montoursville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chamarthi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Boils, Metastatic Pleural Tumor, and Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      700 High St, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Becker is a Radiologist in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Becker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteopenia.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Neuroradiology
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Radiology | Neuroradiology
      700 High St, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Shabbir Esaa is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Esaa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Headache, Carbuncle, Boils, and Folliculitis.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Nuclear Medicine
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Nuclear Medicine

      Susquehanna Health Nuclear Medicine

      700 High Street, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ann McGeehan, MD, specializes in nuclear medicine and is board-certified in diagnostic radiology by the American Board of Radiology. She practices at Susquehanna Health Nuclear Medicine and is affiliated with UPMC Muncy and UPMC Williamsport. Dr. McGeehan received her medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College and completed her residency at Geisinger Medical Center, followed by a fellowship at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Mcgeehan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Carbuncle, Folliculitis, and Boils.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion

      Susquehanna Imaging Associates, Inc.

      1112 Grampian Blvd, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mark Hogge is a Radiologist in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hogge is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Boils, Carbuncle, Folliculitis, and Gallbladder Disease.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Thoracic Surgery
      1201 Grampian Blvd, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Edward Bender is a Thoracic Surgeon in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bender is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Arterial Embolism, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG). Dr. Bender is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion

      Geisinger-Hm Joint Venture LLC

      1824 E 3rd St, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ryan Cunningham is a Radiologist in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Cunningham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Visceromegaly.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion

      Geisinger-Hm Joint Venture LLC

      1824 E 3rd St, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brett Fillmore is a Radiologist in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Fillmore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Biliary Dyskinesia, and Gas Bloat Syndrome.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion

      Geisinger-Hm Joint Venture LLC

      1824 E 3rd St, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      William Malone is a Radiologist in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Malone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Colonic Malakoplakia, Caffey Disease, and Pleural Effusion.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion

      Geisinger-Hm Joint Venture LLC

      1824 E 3rd St, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Debardeleben is a Radiologist in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Debardeleben is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleurisy, Chronic Cough, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.

      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Nuclear Medicine | Radiology
      Experienced in Pleural Effusion
      Nuclear Medicine | Radiology

      Geisinger-Hm Joint Venture LLC

      1824 E 3rd St, 
      Williamsport, PA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Shibu Philips is a Nuclear Medicine specialist and a Radiologist in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Dr. Philips is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET), WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL).

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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 Williamsport, PA?

      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 Williamsport, PA?

      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 Williamsport, PA?

      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 Williamsport, PA?

      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 Williamsport, PA?

      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 Williamsport, PA?

      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 Williamsport, PA?

      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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