About
Dr. Omer Iqbal grew up in Scottsboro, Alabama, and has built his career close to home. He earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2009. He then completed a Master of Public Health at the UAB School of Public Health in 2011, focusing on Health Behavior and Global Health. He went on to graduate from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Georgia Campus in 2015. His post-graduate training brought him back to North Alabama, where he completed the UAB Internal Medicine Residency Program at the Huntsville Regional Medical Campus in 2018.
Dr. Iqbal holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and serves as a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. He founded IM Clinic in 2018 and serves as its Medical Director. He maintains affiliate privileges at Huntsville Hospital. His practice philosophy centers on person-focused care over time, placing the individual rather than the disease at the center of every visit. Patients consistently describe him as compassionate, attentive, and thorough, a physician who listens carefully and addresses concerns fully.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), B.S. (2009)
Medical School
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Georgia Campus (2015)
Residency
Internal Medicine, UAB Internal Medicine Residency Program – Huntsville Regional Medical Campus (2018)
Additional Training
Masters in Public Health (MPH), UAB School of Public Health, focus in Health Behavior and Global Health (2011)
Certifications
Who is Dr. Iqbal right for?
Dr. Iqbal is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician who takes a long-term, relationship-driven approach to health. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from his thorough, person-focused style and access to the Chronic Care Management program. He works well with patients who want a doctor who listens carefully and addresses the full picture of their health. Adults looking for convenient access through telemedicine or same-day urgent care visits will also find his practice well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Iqbal specializes in internal medicine and primary care for adults. His clinical focus includes preventive care, chronic disease management, and urgent care. He approaches each patient as a whole person rather than a set of conditions.
Yes. Dr. Iqbal holds certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. He also serves as a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, one of the highest distinctions in internal medicine.
Dr. Iqbal earned his medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Georgia Campus in 2015. He completed his internal medicine residency through the UAB Internal Medicine Residency Program at the Huntsville Regional Medical Campus in 2018. He also holds a Master of Public Health from UAB, with a focus in Health Behavior and Global Health.
Dr. Iqbal practices what he calls person-focused care over time. He prioritizes building lasting relationships with his patients and addresses concerns fully at each visit. He pairs evidence-based medicine with genuine compassion and attentiveness.
Yes. Dr. Iqbal offers same-day and next-day urgent care appointments for established patients. This gives his patients reliable access when health concerns arise between scheduled visits.
Yes. Dr. Iqbal offers telemedicine visits for patients who prefer remote care. This option gives established patients flexible access to his expertise from home or work.
Yes. Dr. Iqbal maintains affiliate privileges at Huntsville Hospital. This connection supports continuity of care when his patients require hospital-level services.
Dr. Iqbal holds Preferred Medical Doctor status with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. Prospective patients should contact IM Clinic directly to confirm coverage and insurance compatibility before scheduling.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026