The 20 Best Pleural Effusion Doctors Near Me in Annandale, VA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 370 doctor with experience in Pleural Effusion near Annandale, VA. Of these, 249 are Experienced, 85 are Advanced and 36 are Distinguished.

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

    Inova Schar Cancer Institute

    8081 Innovation Park Dr, Level 4 - White Oak Clinic, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Amit Mahajan is the Medical Director of interventional pulmonology at Inova Health System. He is board certified in interventional pulmonology, pulmonary medicine and critical care medicine. Dr. Mahajan completed his interventional pulmonology fellowship at Harvard Hospital System’s Interventional Pulmonology Program. Dr. Mahajan’s areas of expertise include procedures for diagnosing lung cancer, treating cancers within the airways, management of airway complications following lung transplantation, and bronchoscopic lung volume reduction (BLVR) for patients with severe emphysema. Additionally, Dr. Mahajan oversees Inova’s incidental lung nodule program and lung cancer screening program. Dr. Mahajan is nationally recognized as a leader in interventional pulmonology and has served on the board of directors for the American Association of Bronchoscopy and Interventional Pulmonology (AABIP) and the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC). He has also been recognized as a Top Doctor for Washingtonian Magazine. Dr. Mahajan is a native of Toledo, OH, and currently resides in Vienna, VA, with his wife and three children. Dr. Mahajan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Lung Cancer, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Nuclear Medicine | Radiology
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Nuclear Medicine | Radiology

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin

    Wei-shen Griggs is a Radiologist and a Nuclear Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Griggs is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Collapsed Lung, and Nasal Flaring.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology | Nuclear Medicine
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology | Nuclear Medicine

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brigid Castro is a Radiologist and a Nuclear Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Castro is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Collapsed Lung, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Interstitial Lung Disease.

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    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karen Riedy is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Riedy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sharon D'heureux is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. D'heureux is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Visceromegaly.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marianne Shih is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Shih is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Diverticular Disease, Gallbladder Disease, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nitin Kumar is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Kumar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 57 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchogenic Cyst, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deborah Blair is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Blair is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Bronchogenic Cyst, Osteopenia, and Melorheostosis.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 200, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arman Sheybani is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Sheybani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Thyroid Nodule, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kathryn Grumbach is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Grumbach is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, Gallbladder Disease, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Cunningham is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Cunningham is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Gallbladder Disease, Pleurisy, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Luke Yao is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Yao is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Pleurisy, Gallbladder Disease, Pleural Effusion, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Grady is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Grady is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchogenic Cyst, Visceromegaly, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Pleurisy.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    John Ruff is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Ruff is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Visceromegaly, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bernice Griffith is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Griffith is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Visceromegaly, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Nuclear Medicine | Radiology
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Nuclear Medicine | Radiology

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Abbas Tuli is a Radiologist and a Nuclear Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Tuli is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Angiomyoma, and Uterine Fibroids.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Radiology

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Fu is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Fu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, and Visceromegaly.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ali Tahvildari is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Tahvildari is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, Gallbladder Disease, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melany Atkins is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Atkins is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion
    Distinguished in Pleural Effusion

    Fairfax Radiological Consultants PLLC

    8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 750, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kiet Nguyen is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Nguyen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Bronchogenic Cyst, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Annandale, VA?

    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 Annandale, VA?

    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 Annandale, VA?

    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 Annandale, VA?

    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 Annandale, VA?

    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 Annandale, VA?

    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 Annandale, VA?

    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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