The 20 Best Pleurisy Doctors Near Me in Lees Summit, MO

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 129 doctor with experience in Pleurisy near Lees Summit, MO. Of these, 103 are Experienced, 23 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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129 providers found
    Advanced in Pleurisy
    Radiology
    Advanced in Pleurisy
    Radiology

    Lee's Summit Medical Center

    2100 SE Blue Pkwy, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Eurich is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Eurich is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Headache, and Fecal Impaction.

    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Experienced in Pleurisy

    The University Of Kansas Cancer Center

    4881 Northeast Goodview Circle, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Louis Wetzel is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Wetzel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ureterocele, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Visceromegaly. Dr. Wetzel is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology - 1986. Dr. Wetzel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Ascentist Management

    290 Ne Tudor Rd, 
    Lee's Summit, MO 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Quintin Cokingtin is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Dr. Cokingtin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

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    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Lee's Summit Medical Center

    2100 SE Blue Pkwy, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alfred Caruso is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Caruso is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Experienced in Pleurisy

    Lee's Summit Medical Center

    2100 SE Blue Pkwy, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Curtis Selser is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Selser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Raintree Medical And Chiropractic Center LLC

    931 SW Lemans Ln, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeremy Strom is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Strom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Nodules, Bronchiectasis, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Distinguished in Pleurisy
    Distinguished in Pleurisy

    Ambulatory Surgery Center

    10720 Nall Avenue, 
    Overland Park, KS 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Walker is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Overland Park, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Walker is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Idiopathic Dilatation of the Pulmonary Artery, Pulmonary Vein Stenosis, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Walker is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology - 2012. Dr. Walker is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pleurisy
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Pleurisy
    Neuroradiology

    Centerpoint Medical Center Of Independence LLC

    19600 E 39th St S, 
    Independence, MO 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Oberhelman is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Oberhelman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Vertigo, Tenosynovitis, and Pleurisy.

    Distinguished in Pleurisy
    Neuroradiology
    Distinguished in Pleurisy
    Neuroradiology

    St. Joseph Medical Center

    1000 Carondelet Dr, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patrick O'toole is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. O'toole is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, and Headache.

    Distinguished in Pleurisy
    Distinguished in Pleurisy

    St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City

    4401 Wornall Rd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Santiago Martinez is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Martinez is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Diffuse Panbronchiolitis, and Emphysema.

    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Metropolitan Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine PC

    290 NE Tudor Rd, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amelia Fitzpatrick is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Fitzpatrick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Atypical Pneumonia, Lung Nodules, Chronic Cough, Pneumonia, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Metropolitan Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine PC

    290 NE Tudor Rd, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebecca Ferguson is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Ferguson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, Lung Metastases, and Pneumonia.

    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Internal Medicine

    Lee's Summit Medical Center

    2100 SE Blue Pkwy, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marcus Hernandez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Hernandez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Acute Kidney Failure, and Ogilvie Syndrome.

    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Clinical Cardiovascular Associates PA

    206 NW Mock Ave Ste 200, 
    Blue Springs, MO 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adeel Pervez is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Blue Springs, Missouri. Dr. Pervez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses COVID-19, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, and Drowsiness.

    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Experienced in Pleurisy

    Centerpoint Medical Center Of Independence LLC

    19600 E 39th St S, 
    Independence, MO 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ashley Saverino is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Saverino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Tenosynovitis, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.

    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Neuroradiology

    Centerpoint Medical Center Of Independence LLC

    19600 E 39th St S, 
    Independence, MO 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sri Alapati is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Alapati is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Vertigo, Herniated Disk, and Pleurisy.

    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Radiology

    Centerpoint Medical Center Of Independence LLC

    19600 E 39th St S, 
    Independence, MO 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Abe Shaikh is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Shaikh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. His clinical expertise encompasses Tenosynovitis, Vertigo, Chronic Cough, and Pleurisy.

    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Experienced in Pleurisy

    Centerpoint Medical Center Of Independence LLC

    19600 E 39th St S, 
    Independence, MO 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jastin Varkey is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Varkey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. His clinical expertise encompasses Biliary Dyskinesia, Gallbladder Disease, Bronchogenic Cyst, and Tenosynovitis.

    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Radiology

    Centerpoint Medical Center Of Independence LLC

    19600 E 39th St S, 
    Independence, MO 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Collin Hull is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Hull is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchogenic Cyst, Tenosynovitis, Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy.

    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Radiology
    Experienced in Pleurisy
    Radiology

    Centerpoint Medical Center Of Independence LLC

    19600 E 39th St S, 
    Independence, MO 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Debra Oden is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Oden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pleurisy. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Ureterocele, Scoliosis, and Vertigo.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Pleurisy?

    Pleurisy is an inflammation of the lining of the lungs and chest (the pleura) that leads to chest pain when you take a deep breath, sneeze, or cough. Often this chest pain feels sharp.

    When should I see a Pleurisy doctor near Lees Summit, MO?

    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 Pleurisy doctor near Lees Summit, MO?

    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 Pleurisy doctors near Lees Summit, MO?

    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 Pleurisy doctors near Lees Summit, MO?

    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 Pleurisy doctor near Lees Summit, MO?

    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 Pleurisy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pleurisy 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 Pleurisy doctor near Lees Summit, MO?

    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 Pleurisy 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 Pleurisy 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 Pleurisy doctors near Lees Summit, MO?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Pleurisy 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 Pleurisy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Pleurisy 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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