The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in Columbia, SC

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The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors near Columbia, SC

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 63 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Columbia, SC. Of these, 50 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Laura B. Herpel
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Sleep Medicine

    Bogan Sleep Consultants, LLC

    1333 Taylor Street, Suite 6B, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Herpel is a Sleep Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Herpel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Central Sleep Apnea, Insomnia, Pleurisy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Herpel is currently accepting new patients.

    Adam Highley
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Prisma Health Pulmonology – Richland

    1 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 300, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Adam Highley is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Highley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Dr. Highley is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Intermedical Hospital Of South Carolina

    1519 Marion St, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Henry Black is a Radiologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Black is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Graft.

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    Christopher M. Myczkowski
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Prisma Health Baptist Hospital X–Ray

    Taylor At Marion St, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Myczkowski is a Radiologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Myczkowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Tenosynovitis, Fecal Impaction, Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy.

    Mark J. Mayson
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Prisma Health Pulmonology – Taylor St.

    1333 Taylor Street, Suite 6F, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Mayson is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Mayson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Asthma, Bronchiectasis, Lung Metastases, Neurosarcoidosis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Mayson is currently accepting new patients.

    Brandi R. Newsome
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Prisma Health Pulmonology – Richland

    1 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 300, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brandi Newsome is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Newsome is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Neurosarcoidosis, Lung Metastases, Sarcoidosis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Newsome is currently accepting new patients.

    Jennifer R. Hucks
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Prisma Health Pulmonology – Richland

    1 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 300, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jennifer Hucks is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Hucks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Cerebral Hypoxia, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hucks is currently accepting new patients.

    Daniel E. Laurie
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Prisma Health Pulmonology – Richland

    1 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 300, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Laurie is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Laurie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Eosinophilic Asthma, and Asthma. Dr. Laurie is currently accepting new patients.

    Justin H. Atwood
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Prisma Health Pulmonology – Richland

    1 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 300, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Justin Atwood is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Atwood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lung Metastases, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Gastrostomy. Dr. Atwood is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Prisma Health Pulmonology – Richland

    1 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 300, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Abhinav Gupta is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

    Karla J. Morel
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Prisma Health Pulmonology – Richland

    1 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 300, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Karla Morel is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Morel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Lung Metastases, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Morel is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Prisma Health Richland Hospital X–Ray

    5 Medical Park, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Henderson is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Henderson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy.

    Shelia B. Jones
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Prisma Health Midlands Outpatient Radiology – Richland

    5 Richland Medical Park Drive, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shelia Jones is a Radiologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Fecal Impaction, Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Familial Short Stature (FSS). Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

    Lara Hewett
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Prisma Health Richland Hospital X–Ray

    5 Medical Park, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lara Hewett is a Radiologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Hewett has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Sequestration, Visceromegaly, Colonic Malakoplakia, and Pleurisy.

    Jeffery S. Martin
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery

    Prisma Health Cardiothoracic Surgery – Columbia

    8 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 400, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffery Martin is a Thoracic Surgeon in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Martin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. Dr. Martin is currently accepting new patients.

    Reid W. Tribble
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery

    Prisma Health Cardiothoracic Surgery – Columbia

    8 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 400, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Reid Tribble is a Thoracic Surgeon in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Tribble is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Valve Repair, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Tribble is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Lexington Health Inc

    2720 Sunset Blvd, 
    West Columbia, SC 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rohan Arya is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Arya is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Arya is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Lexington Medical Center

    2720 Sunset Blvd, 
    West Columbia, SC 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Hazelrigg is a Radiologist in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Hazelrigg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bronchogenic Cyst, and Visceromegaly.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Lexington Medical Center

    2720 Sunset Blvd, 
    West Columbia, SC 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arouj Hashmi is a Radiologist in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Hashmi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Galactocoele, Breast Lump, Pectus Carinatum, and Pectus Excavatum.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Intermedical Hospital Of South Carolina

    1519 Marion St, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lawrence Lough is a Radiologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Lough is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Headache, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Ureterocele.

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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 Columbia, SC?

    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 Columbia, SC?

    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 Columbia, SC?

    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 Columbia, SC?

    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 Columbia, SC?

    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 Columbia, SC?

    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 Columbia, SC?

    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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