Dr. Josh Turner joined BHC in 2017, completing his medical degree at Southern Illinois School of Medicine. He then came to Birmingham and completed his residencies in internal medicine and interventional cardiology at the University of Alabama Birmingham. Dr. Turner is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, echocardiography and interventional cardiology. He and his wife, Erin, have two children. He... Read More about Joshua A. Turner MD, FACC

Dr. Cockrell has provided cardiovascular care to patients since 2013. He is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. He is also a member of the American Medical Association, the American College of Cardiology, the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology, and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions. Dr. Cockrell’s professional interests include radial access for cardiac catheterization,... Read More about Joshua N. Cockrell, MD, FACC

John L. Parks, MD joined Birmingham Heart Clinic in July 2018 from University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Parks sees patients at the Pilot, Gardendale and Blount /Onteonta offices. He is an Interventional Cardiologist specializing in cardiac catheterization, echocardiography and nuclear cardiology. Dr. Parks has developed an expertise in structural heart procedures such as TAVR, CTOs, PFO... Read More about John L. Parks, MD, FACC

Dr. Jason B. Thompson, MD, PhD, FACC is a board-certified cardiologist who joined Birmingham Heart Clinic in 2008. A Trussville, Alabama native, he earned bachelor's and doctoral degrees in chemical engineering from Auburn University and his medical degree with honors from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he served as chief medical resident. He completed his cardiology fellowship at... Read More about Jason B. Thompson MD, PhD, FACC

Dr. Jamey Hammock joined Birmingham Heart Clinic in August 2024. He is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, echocardiography, vascular ultrasound, and nuclear cardiology. Dr. Hammock grew up in Morris, Alabama and graduated from Auburn University. He then completed medical school, internal medicine residency, and cardiology fellowship training at The University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Dr. Christopher W. Ives, Jr., MD is a board-certified interventional cardiologist. A graduate of Washington and Lee University, he completed his medical school, internal medicine residency, cardiology fellowship—serving as Chief Fellow—and interventional cardiology fellowship training at The University of Alabama at Birmingham. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology, he also holds certifications in adult echocardiography, nuclear... Read More about Christopher W. Ives, Jr., MD

Birmingham Heart Clinic (BHC) is a premier provider of comprehensive cardiovascular and vascular care in Birmingham, AL. Since 1995, our board-certified cardiologists and vascular specialists at 100 Pilot Medical Drive have been dedicated to patient-centered excellence. We offer state-of-the-art diagnostic testing, advanced arrhythmia management (AFib), and minimally invasive treatments for Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD). Our on-site Vein Center specializes in... Read More about Birmingham Heart Clinic

Birmingham Heart Vein Center provides specialized vein care for patients throughout Birmingham and surrounding communities. Our experienced vascular team focuses on diagnosing and treating venous conditions such as varicose veins, spider veins, and chronic venous insufficiency using advanced, minimally invasive techniques. With a patient-first approach and state-of-the-art technology, we help relieve leg pain, swelling, and circulation issues while improving comfort... Read More about BHC VEIN CENTER

Birmingham Heart Clinic at UAB St. Vincent’s Gardendale provides comprehensive cardiovascular and vascular care for patients across Gardendale and North Jefferson County. Our board-certified cardiologists specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of heart and circulatory conditions, including coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, heart failure, and vascular disease. Using advanced diagnostic technology and evidence-based treatments, our team delivers personalized, compassionate care... Read More about Birmingham Heart Clinic at UAB St. Vincent's Gardendale