Dr. Joshua D. Ivker earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University in New Orleans. Dr. Ivker performed his internship and residency at the Baptist Medical Centers, serving as Chief Resident his last year.
Dr. Joshua D. Ivker earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University in New Orleans. Dr. Ivker performed his internship and residency at the Baptist Medical Centers, serving as Chief Resident his last year.
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Dr Ivker takes the time to know me. I sincerely appreciate that !!!
(4 days ago)
Mar-2026
Very professional and helpful. Spent time to help with a form for my CDL certificate.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Listen to me and assure he gonna find problem out
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
He listens and is kind and takes time to find a plan that will work for you.
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Love this guy.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
A doctor who listens, always explains things in a way I can understand. One of the best doctors I’ve ever had. Usually in & out within an hour.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Addresses all of my concerns
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Takes the time to explain results of tests. Does not rush to get out.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Great doctor
(2 months ago)
Jan-2026
Great visit. The doctor was kind and answered all my questions. I really enjoyed my visit and will recommend him to others.
Dr. Joshua D. Ivker, who was born in Louisiana, received his Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from the University of Colorado in Boulder in 1994. He then returned to Louisiana and earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University in New Orleans. Dr. Ivker performed his internship and residency at the Baptist Medical Centers, serving as Chief Resident his last year. Married and the father of three boys, Dr. Ivker enjoys photography, choral music, cycling, skiing and is an active member of the Birmingham Jewish community.
MEDICAL SCHOOL Louisiana State University New Orleans, Louisiana, 2000
INTERNSHIP Baptist Medical Centers Birmingham, Alabama, 2004
RESIDENCY Baptist Medical Centers (Internal Medicine) Birmingham, Alabama, 2007
University of Alabama at Birmingham (General Surgery) Birmingham, Alabama, 2002
CERTIFICATIONS American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007
SOCIETIES Medical Association of the State of Alabama Jefferson County Medical Society American College of Physicians
Dr Ivker takes the time to know me. I sincerely appreciate that !!!
Very professional and helpful. Spent time to help with a form for my CDL certificate.
Listen to me and assure he gonna find problem out
He listens and is kind and takes time to find a plan that will work for you.
Love this guy.
A doctor who listens, always explains things in a way I can understand. One of the best doctors I’ve ever had. Usually in & out within an hour.
Addresses all of my concerns
Takes the time to explain results of tests. Does not rush to get out.
Great doctor
Great visit. The doctor was kind and answered all my questions. I really enjoyed my visit and will recommend him to others.