Erik Iversen, MD

Dr. Erik Iversen is a pulmonologist who earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. With 29 years of experience in respiratory medicine, he focuses on treating complex lung and breathing conditions. His specialty encompasses both adult and pediatric pulmonary care, allowing him to provide comprehensive respiratory treatment across all age groups.

Dr. Iversen practices at multiple respected facilities including Baptist Health Lexington, Tristar Centennial Medical Center, Maury Regional Medical Center, and CAMC Memorial Hospital, with his primary location in Lexington, Kentucky. He specializes in managing serious respiratory conditions such as respiratory failure in both adult and pediatric patients. His expertise includes managing electrolyte imbalances that can affect breathing and lung function. Dr. Iversen performs specialized procedures including therapeutic hypothermia treatments, central venous catheter placement, and blood culture testing …to diagnose and treat respiratory infections.