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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Great doctor. He really cares about his patients
(3 days ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Ivker takes time to listen to patients and time in thoroughly describing care and treatment options.
(3 days ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Ivker takes the time to check on my mental health during my visits and that means more than you know…
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Dr Ivker made us feel heard. He was thorough, very patient and didn't mind answering questions and explaining all the concerns we had. Thank you, Dr Ivker!
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Answered questions I had in a professional & informative manner.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Always covers the basics and important issues with every visit. Thorough & consistent
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Outstanding Doctor! Dr Ivker has guided me through many challenging health issues. I encourage you to schedule an appointment and meet with Dr Ivker!
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Very knowledgeable and friendly,
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Great - as always. Dr. Ivker is very kind and caring. Always listens carefully to any concerns and answers questions in an easy to understand manner.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Very personable and helpful with any issue I’m having
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
Great doctor. He really cares about his patients
Dr. Ivker takes time to listen to patients and time in thoroughly describing care and treatment options.
Dr. Ivker takes the time to check on my mental health during my visits and that means more than you know…
Dr Ivker made us feel heard. He was thorough, very patient and didn't mind answering questions and explaining all the concerns we had. Thank you, Dr Ivker!
Answered questions I had in a professional & informative manner.
Always covers the basics and important issues with every visit. Thorough & consistent
Outstanding Doctor! Dr Ivker has guided me through many challenging health issues. I encourage you to schedule an appointment and meet with Dr Ivker!
Very knowledgeable and friendly,
Great - as always. Dr. Ivker is very kind and caring. Always listens carefully to any concerns and answers questions in an easy to understand manner.
Very personable and helpful with any issue I’m having