About Dr. Josh Luke

I was born here at Gulfport Memorial Hospital and had the privilege of growing up on the back bay of Biloxi. Fishing, boating, and enjoying the delicious seafood here are all part of my proud Biloxi heritage. I attended undergraduate at USM and graduated medical school from the University of Mississippi Medical Center.

From the time I was 5 years old I knew I wanted to become a doctor on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and could not be more thrilled that my dream has come into fruition through residency at Memorial.

I believe growing up in Mississippi has made me keenly aware of the unique needs of our diverse patient population. I look forward to serving the same community that has supported me every step of the way throughout this journey.

In addition to practicing medicine, I enjoy hunting, fitness, and hanging out with friends and family.

About Dr. Nikhil Mardhekar

I was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, where my parents instilled in me a love for medicine from an early age. Their passion for medicine and respect for the sciences sparked my own fascination with the human body’s complexity. This inspiration led me to Lincoln Memorial University, where I earned my Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.). My interest in physiology and medicine soon grew into a deeper focus on hematology/oncology, a field where I’m driven to understand cancer and its impact.

Now based in Gulfport, I’m dedicated to serving this community by helping patients live longer, healthier, and more fulfilling lives. Our aim is to focus not just on treatment but on improving quality of life for each individual.

In my free time, I enjoy playing video games, drawing, and exploring the outdoors on my bike.