The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in Sugar Land, TX

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The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors near Sugar Land, TX

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 168 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Sugar Land, TX. Of these, 121 are Experienced, 35 are Advanced and 12 are Distinguished.

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    Priya Oolut
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Houston Methodist Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Specialists

    16659 Southwest Fwy Ste 421, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Priya Oolut is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Oolut is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Pneumonia, and COVID-19.

    Raziuddin Ahmed
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Hospital Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Hospital Medicine

    Tmh Physician Associates PLLC

    16605 Sw Fwy 410, Methodist Diag Card Of Hou, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Raziuddin Ahmed is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Ahmed is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, COVID-19, Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ahmed is currently accepting new patients.

    Suneesh Nair
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Houston Methodist Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Specialists

    16659 Southwest Fwy Ste 421, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Suneesh Nair is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Nair is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Pleural Effusion.

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

    Tmh Physician Associates PLLC

    16605 Southwest Fwy 400 Mob3, Methodist Family Medicine, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hammad Qureshi is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Qureshi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Pneumonia, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Qureshi is currently accepting new patients in some locations.

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

    Sandip Desai MD PA

    16959 Southwest Fwy # 100, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sandip Desai is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Desai 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), Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    John H. Fischer, MD

    4690 Sweetwater Blvd Ste 200B, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Fischer is a Radiologist in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Fischer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

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

    Texas Endovascular Associates

    7619 Branford Place, Suite 230, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Armstrong is an Interventional Radiologist in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Armstrong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Visceromegaly, Pleurisy, Gastrostomy, and Vertebroplasty.

    Bhadresh Shah
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Houston Methodist Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Specialists

    4780 Sweetwater Blvd Ste 150, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bhadresh Shah is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Asthma in Children, Asthma, Pacemaker Implantation, and Hip Replacement.

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

    Ft. Bend Pulmonology PLLC

    17510 W Grand Pkwy S Ste 400, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Chao is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Chao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Shahid Mallick MD PA Sweetwater Pulmonary & Sleep Disorder Center

    3511 Town Center Blvd S Ste 102, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shahid Mallick is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Mallick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Asthma, Asthma in Children, Fasciotomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Mauricio A Reinoso MD PA

    16605 Southwest Fwy Ste 310, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mauricio Reinoso is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Reinoso is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Bronchiectasis, Lung Metastases, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion

    Office

    15702 Oleta Ln, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Lutzker is a Radiologist in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Lutzker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Gallbladder Disease, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, and Pleural Effusion.

    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    Pediatric Radiology

    Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital

    17500 W Grand Pkwy S, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nowice Trexler is a Pediatric Radiologist in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Trexler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Boils, Folliculitis, Carbuncle, and Thyroid Nodule.

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

    Tmh Physician Associates PLLC

    16605 Sw Fwy 410, Methodist Diag Card Of Hou, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Houssam Oueini is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Oueini is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, and Myringotomy. Dr. Oueini is currently accepting new patients in some locations.

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

    Tmh Physician Associates PLLC

    16605 Sw Fwy 410, Methodist Diag Card Of Hou, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Amrew Al-Ahmad is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Al-Ahmad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pneumonia, Pleural Effusion, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). Dr. Al-Ahmad is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleural Effusion
    Advanced in Pleural Effusion

    Office

    1315 Creekford Cir, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Murphy is a Radiologist in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Murphy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, and Nasal Flaring.

    Mara Antonoff
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Pleural Effusion
    General Surgery

    Office

    1327 Lake Pointe Pkwy Ste 200, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mara Antonoff is a General Surgeon in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Antonoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Nodules, Endoscopy, and Lung Transplant.

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

    Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital

    17500 W Grand Pkwy S, 
    Sugar Land, TX 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jaideep Barge is an Interventional Radiologist in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Barge is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Liver Embolization, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Synergy Radiology Associates

    7026 Old Katy Rd Ste 276, 
    Houston, TX 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin Pham is a Radiologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Pham is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Flaring, Vertigo, Pleurisy, and Osteoarthritis.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Synergy Radiology Associates

    7026 Old Katy Rd Ste 276, 
    Houston, TX 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Grider Gordon is a Radiologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gordon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Fecal Impaction, and Gas Bloat Syndrome.

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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 Sugar Land, 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 Sugar Land, 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 Sugar Land, 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 Sugar Land, 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 Sugar Land, 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 Sugar Land, 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 Sugar Land, 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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