Summary

Dr. Samuel Jacobson is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 56 years to helping patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency training at the prestigious Mass Eye and Ear Infirmary. Dr. Jacobson speaks English and brings extensive experience to his practice in Philadelphia.

Dr. Jacobson practices at multiple locations throughout Philadelphia, including Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, the Scheie Eye Institute, and the Penn Comprehensive Neuroscience Center, with affiliations at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He specializes in treating complex eye conditions such as retinitis pigmentosa and myopia, as well as addressing hearing problems. Patients consistently rate him highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 56 years of experience
  • 2 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 23 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Samuel Gregory Jacobson has 4 locations

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

51 N 39th StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Scheie Eye Institute Penn Presbyterian

51 N 39th St Ste 1Philadelphia, PA 19104
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Scheie Eye Institute Penn Presbyterian

51 N. 39th Street Penn Presbyterian Medical CenterPhiladelphia, PA 19104

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4.3 
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56 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Philadelphia , PACollingswood , NJSpringfield , PAScranton , PA
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: UMDNJ New Jersey Medical School Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Samuel Gregory Jacobson

  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Samuel Gregory Jacobson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Samuel Gregory Jacobson has the following 23 areas of expertise

  • Bardet-Biedl Syndrome
  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Color Vision Defects
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Diseases
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Genetics
  • Glaucoma
  • Hereditary Optic Atrophies
  • Inherited Retinal Degeneration
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)
  • Lazy Eye (Strabismus)
  • Leber Hereditary Optic Atrophy
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Retinitis Pigmentosa
  • Vision Disorders
  • Vision Issues
  • Vitamin A Deficiency

Certifications, License, & Education

56 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary

Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1970

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Dr. Samuel Jacobson speaks English.

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