The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in College Station, TX

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The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors near College Station, TX

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 24 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near College Station, TX. Of these, 16 are Experienced and 8 are Advanced.

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    Charles Smith
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Thoracic Surgery

    Cardiovascular Associates - St. Joseph Health Medical Group - Bryan, TX

    2700 E. 29th Street, Suite 105, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Charles Smith, MD, is board-certified in General, Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery. He received both his undergraduate degree and Medical degree from Texas A&M University. Dr. Smith has over 25 years of surgical experience with a special interest in Cardiac and Vascular procedures. Since rejoining the Bryan-College Station community after his Cardiovascular Fellowship in North Carolina, Dr. Smith has been at the forefront of incorporating new minimally invasive procedures into our community. Giving his patients the option for treatment with a shorter recovery time right here at home. Such as the Transcarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR) program for Carotid Artery disease. Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR) for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms and minimally invasive treatment for Peripheral Vascular Disease. Dr. Smith and the team at neighboring Scott and White Hospital started the only Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) program in the Brazos Valley in 2019. Dr. Smith enjoys Aggie football, BBQ, and visiting National Parks in his free time. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Cardiac Tamponade, Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

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

    St. Joseph Health Pulmonology Associates

    2700 E 29th St, Suite 310, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Weber, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Bryan and nearby communities. Thomas Weber specializes in Pulmonary Medicine (Lung and Respiratory) and works at St. Joseph Health Pulmonology Associates. To make an appointment, please call (979) 774-0012. Dr. Weber is part of the St. Joseph Medical Group, a network of multidisciplinary healthcare providers conveniently located throughout the Greater Bryan and College Station areas. St. Joseph's Medical Group accepts all major insurance plans, making it easier for you to access the best care at the best value. Dr. Weber is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, Lung Metastases, and Gastrostomy.

    Christopher C. Bathurst
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Scott & White Hospital-College Station

    700 Scott And White Dr, 
    College Station, TX 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Chris Bathurst is a board-certified diagnostic radiologist who specializes in musculoskeletal and orthopedic radiology with a particular interest in the imaging of sports injuries. As a musculoskeletal radiologist, Dr. Bathurst uses advanced imaging techniques to help the healthcare team achieve timely and accurate diagnoses related to bones, joints and injuries of the extremities. Dr. Bathurst earned his certification from the American Board of Radiology. In his spare time, Dr. Bathurst enjoys hiking, skiing and swimming. He is passionate about fostering and adopting children and has adopted five children. Dr. Bathurst is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Collapsed Lung, and Colonic Malakoplakia.

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    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology | Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology | Neuroradiology

    Bryan Radiology Associates

    2722 Osler Blvd, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sarah Cantrell, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Sarah Cantrell specializes in Diagnostic Radiology and works at Baylor Radiology. To make an appointment, please call (713) 461-4173. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Cantrell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Pleurisy, Herniated Disk, and Stroke.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology | Plastic Surgery
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology | Plastic Surgery

    Diagnostic Imaging Center-Chi St. Joseph Health-Bryan Tx

    2722 Osler Blvd, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Appelt is a Radiologist and a Plastic Surgeon in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Appelt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Visceromegaly.

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

    Diagnostic Imaging Center-Chi St. Joseph Health-Bryan Tx

    2722 Osler Blvd, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Close is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Close is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Breast Cancer, Pleural Effusion, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Ureteroscopy.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology | Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology | Neuroradiology

    Bryan Radiology Associates

    2700 Osler Blvd, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jerry Nam is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Nam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Pleurisy, Stroke, and Pleural Effusion.

    Scott Spencer
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine

    St. Joseph Health Pulmonology Associates

    2700 E 29th St, Suite 310, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Spencer, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Bryan and nearby communities. Scott Spencer specializes in Pulmonary Medicine (Lung and Respiratory) and works at St. Joseph Health Pulmonology Associates. To make an appointment, please call (979) 774-0012. Dr. Spencer is part of the St. Joseph Medical Group, a network of multidisciplinary healthcare providers conveniently located throughout the Greater Bryan and College Station areas. St. Joseph's Medical Group accepts all major insurance plans, making it easier for you to access the best care at the best value. Dr. Spencer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    The Physicians Centre Hospital

    3131 University Dr E, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Whitmire is a Radiologist in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Whitmire is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Diagnostic Imaging Center-Chi St. Joseph Health-Bryan Tx

    2722 Osler Blvd, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Mahlmann is a Radiologist in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Mahlmann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Ascites, Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Diagnostic Imaging Center-Chi St. Joseph Health-Bryan Tx

    2722 Osler Blvd, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mir Alikhan is a Radiologist in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Alikhan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Diagnostic Imaging Center-Chi St. Joseph Health-Bryan Tx

    2722 Osler Blvd, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ronald Eikenhorst is a Radiologist in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Eikenhorst is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Situs Inversus, Dextrocardia with Situs Inversus, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, and Hepatocerebral Degeneration.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Diagnostic Imaging Center-Chi St. Joseph Health-Bryan Tx

    2722 Osler Blvd, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Campbell is a Radiologist in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Campbell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Diverticular Disease, Baker Cyst, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Diagnostic Imaging Center-Chi St. Joseph Health-Bryan Tx

    2722 Osler Blvd, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Pulnik is a Radiologist in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Pulnik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Vertigo, Gallbladder Disease, and Pleurisy.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Diagnostic Imaging Center-Chi St. Joseph Health-Bryan Tx

    2722 Osler Blvd, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin Trant is a Radiologist in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Trant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Carbuncle, Folliculitis, Boils, and Chronic Cough.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Diagnostic Imaging Center-Chi St. Joseph Health-Bryan Tx

    2722 Osler Blvd, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gaurav Sharan is a Radiologist in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Sharan has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Diverticular Disease.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    CHI St. Joseph Regional Health Center

    2801 Franciscan Dr, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mitchell Pearce is a Radiologist in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Pearce has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Diaphragmatic Hernia, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, and Emphysema.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Cardiology

    Cardiovascular Associates - St. Joseph Medical Group - Bryan, TX

    2700 E 29th St Ste 105, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tyler Spata is a Cardiologist in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Spata is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Brazos Lung Association L.L.P.

    2700 E 29th St Ste 260, 
    Bryan, TX 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anup Amin is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Bryan, Texas. Dr. Amin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), and Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Scott & White Hospital-College Station

    700 Scott And White Dr, 
    College Station, TX 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ben Sueoka is a Radiologist in College Station, Texas. Dr. Sueoka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Varicose Veins, Venous Insufficiency, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

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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 College Station, TX?

    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 College Station, TX?

    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 College Station, TX?

    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 College Station, TX?

    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 College Station, TX?

    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 College Station, TX?

    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 College Station, TX?

    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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