Dr. Jeffrey Jacobs, MD

Gastroenterology*•Male•Age 65

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Jeffrey Jacobs, MD is a gastroenterologist in Skokie, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1985. He is affiliated with UW Medical Center-Montlake. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Jeffrey Jacobs, MD

Digestive Disease Associates of the North Shore

9669 Kenton Ave Ste 203 Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 486-9610

Accepting new patients

(847) 486-9610

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Jacobs is affiliated with UW Medical Center-Montlake Seattle, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Jacobs is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Jacobs specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals

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Dr. Jacobs' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Jacobs

4.5
26 ratings, 16 with a written review
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Not friendly
My experience with Dr. Jacobs was not a good one. He was unfriendly and did not find him helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Jun 06, 2023
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Pleasant
I had an office visit with Dr. Jacobs. He was on time, attentive, explained and answered all of my questions, he even showed me a video presentation of my upcoming procedure so I know what to expect. Thanks.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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JZ – Oct 11, 2022
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Takes time to listens to your concernss
Took my father for his GI issues and Dr. Jacobs took his time to listen to our concerns. He also squeezed us in for a endoscopy & colonscopy.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 29, 2022
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Colonoscopy
Dr Jacobs preformed a colonoscopy.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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G Wright – Sep 01, 2022
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Excellent!
I can’t say enough good things about Dr. Jacobs and his entire group. I am a physician myself and i use them as my primary referral group for patients in need of GI care. Use with confidence.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Michael – Aug 06, 2022
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Dr. Jacobs is more than a gastroenterology expert
He is someone who genuinely cares about his patient’s well-being. For a time, I was broke and didn’t have health insurance. Dr. Jacobs knew this. But he gave me samples of the medication I needed for extended periods of time in order to treat my UC. He didn’t have to do that, but he did, and he never made me feel bad about calling in to ask if they had any samples that they could spare. He always had samples to give me. I will never forget his kindnesses. 10 stars out of 5.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mister B – Jun 22, 2022
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Professional and thorough procedure
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 28, 2022
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Very friendly, did not rush the appointment. Answered all questions patiently.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 05, 2022
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Doctor Jacobs and his team took great care of me, from explaining the prep for my procedure to the de- briefing afterward. Every step of the process was made easy by them. I received exceptional care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 08, 2021
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Very efficient and very friendly. My procedure could not have gone better. This was my 3 procedure with Dr. Jacob's and every one was perfect.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 12, 2021
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Dr. Jacobs is so respectful and sensitive to my needs. His diagnosis is right on target. I've seen and had procedures with other GI's if you're privileged to work with Dr. Jacobs you wouldn't consider an alternative.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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RIVKIE P – Oct 29, 2021
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Dr. Jacobs and his team are amazing. Very professional and caring . Thank you to all of you for the great work you do .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 04, 2021
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It was perfect
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Alex – Aug 04, 2021
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Very quick and efficient, even though colonoscopies are no fun.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 11, 2021
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Friendly, knowledgeable, professional, comforting. He definitely knows his stuff and the right questions to ask to make sure he understands concerns and questions.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Janice C – Jun 01, 2021
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Dr. Jacobs performed a colonoscopy/endoscopy on me in May 2019. I thought he was very compassionate and had a very reassuring bedside manner.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 26, 2019
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care philosophy

As gastroenterologist in private practice, I believe in giving personalized care to all patients.

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Northwestern University

    2001

  • Lankenau Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1992

  • Saint Francis Hospital And Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1986

  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College

    Medical School, 1985

  • Emory Universtiy

    Undergraduate School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Jacobs is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Digestive Disease Associates of the North Shore

    Darryl Alan Stern MD9669 Kenton Ave Ste 203 Skokie, IL 60076
    1
    Vernon Hills565 Lakeview Pkwy Vernon Hills, IL 60061
    2

    Gastroenterology of Illinois

    Office2551 Compass Rd Ste 120 Glenview, IL 60026
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UW Medical Center-Montlake

      1959 NE Pacific St
      Seattle, WA 98195
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

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