Dr. Joshua Yelverton, MD

Dr. Joshua Yelverton, MD

Ear, Nose & Throat Doctor
1180 Wyke Rd, Shelby, NC
4.85
“I feel that the provider listened to my concerns and thoroughly explained my condition and treatment. ”
Tracy S.February 22, 2026
Highly recommended
93% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
97% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.85

Average wait time

4.61

Bedside manner

4.77
“I feel that the provider listened to my concerns and thoroughly explained my condition and treatment. ”
Tracy S.February 22, 2026
“Dr. Yelverton is an amazing doctor! He listens thoroughly to your concerns. He takes his time to explain his plan/process to you. My fiancé and I both see him and we couldn’t ask for a better provider. Highly recommend! ”
Chelsea W.August 7, 2025

About Dr. Joshua Yelverton

He completed his medical education at Mercer University School of Medicine. His post-graduate training included an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery residency at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System in Richmond, VA and a fellowship in rhinology (sinus surgery) and endoscopic anterior skull base surgery at Georgia Regents University, formerly the Medical College of Georgia, in Augusta, GA. He is a member of Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. In addition to his special interests in the comprehensive management of sinus, skull base, and allergic disorders, Dr. Yelverton also enjoys head and neck surgery, salivary gland diseases, voice, and pediatric otolaryngology. He is happily married with two sons. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, playing golf, and watching college sports. He is a fan of University of Georgia football and Duke University basketball. Dr. Yelverton is a member of First United Methodist Church in Gastonia.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Ear eustachian tube disorders
Chronic nose and throat inflammation due to allergies
Acute sinusitis
Upper respiratory Infection (URI)
Hearing loss and impairment
Ear infection
Ear eustachian tube disorders
Chronic nose and throat inflammation due to allergies
Acute sinusitis
Upper respiratory Infection (URI)

Office location

ENT Carolina - Shelby
1180 Wyke Rd, Shelby, NC 28150

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Education and training

  • Medical School - Mercer University, Doctor of Medicine
  • Virginia Commonwealth University, Residency in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
  • Medical College of Georgia, Fellowship in Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery
  • Virginia Commonwealth University, Internship in Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery
  • Mercer University (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

  • American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1003043399

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.85
Wait time
4.61
Bedside manner
4.77
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I feel that the provider listened to my concerns and thoroughly explained my condition and treatment.
Verified patient
Very nice doctor. Emphatic to my situation. He explained very well what could be done to alleviate my problems.
Verified patient
It was a great experience. The doctor was friendly and staff as well. They got me fixed up that same day.
Verified patient
I really like Dr. Ylveverton. He is a hoot. The office is clean and his staff are all very friendly
Verified patient
I’m mom of Emma she is a minor. She really liked him. And he will be doing her surgery soon.
Verified patient
They actually looked down my throat when other doctors I went to didn't
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Pleased with my experience .
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Friendly, helpful and caring.
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Was not impressed
Dr. Yelverton is an amazing doctor! He listens thoroughly to your concerns. He takes his time to explain his plan/process to you. My fiancé and I both see him and we couldn’t ask for a better provider. Highly recommend!
Verified patient
Dr. Yelverton is excellent. He listened to all of my son’s concerns and had the best personality. As a mom, he is exactly what I look for in a physician. I highly recommended him.
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Where is Dr. Joshua Yelverton's office located?

Dr. Joshua Yelverton's office is located at 1180 Wyke Rd, Shelby, NC 28150.

Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Yelverton have?

Dr. Joshua Yelverton is certified by American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Joshua Yelverton?

Dr. Joshua Yelverton frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, ENT Consultation, Hearing Problems, Plastic Surgery Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Joshua Yelverton on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Joshua Yelverton speak?

Dr. Joshua Yelverton speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Joshua Yelverton in reviews?

84 patients have reviewed Dr. Joshua Yelverton. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.85/5. They have a 4.77/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.61/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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