Summary

Dr. Pothen Jacob is a gastroenterologist who earned his medical degree from Christian Medical College and completed his residency at McGaw Medical Center at Northwestern University. With nearly five decades of experience in digestive health, he has built extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the stomach, intestines, and related organs. Dr. Jacob speaks both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Jacob practices at multiple locations throughout the Tampa Bay area, including Safety Harbor and Dunedin, Florida. He maintains hospital affiliations with Morton Plant Hospital, HCA Florida Saint Petersburg Hospital, HCA Florida Northside Hospital, Mease Dunedin Hospital, Saint Anthony's Health Care, and HCA Florida Largo Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating conditions such as colon polyps, GERD, and acid reflux. He performs essential diagnostic procedures including colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopies to help identify and address digestive health concerns. Patients have given Dr. Jacob an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 48 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Mc Gaw Medical Center Northwestern University
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Pothen Jacob has 4 locations

Gastro Florida

1840 Mease Dr Ste 305Safety Harbor, FL 34695
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

John H Ahn, DO

1840 Mease Dr #305Safety Harbor, FL 34695
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

North Pinellas Surgery Center

2323 Curlew Rd Ste 5Dunedin, FL 34698
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mease Dunedin Hospital

601 Main StDunedin, FL 34698

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Dr. Pothen Jacob, MDLynn Collette-Zachar, APRNStephanie Fields, APRNChimdi Mfebe, APRN
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3.6 
48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Safety Harbor , FLTallahassee , FLTempe , AZLittle Rock , AR
Med School: Christian Medical College Med School: Regis College Med School: Columbus State University Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Pothen Jacob

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Pothen Jacob has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Pothen Jacob has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mc Gaw Medical Center Northwestern University

Medical School

Christian Medical CollegeGraduated in 1978

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Pothen Jacob affiliated with?
Dr. Pothen Jacob is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital, Hca Florida Saint Petersburg Hospital, Hca Florida Northside Hospital, Mease Dunedin Hospital, Saint Anthonys Health Care, and Hca Florida Largo Hospital.
Does Dr. Pothen Jacob accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Pothen Jacob has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Pothen Jacob speak?
Dr. Pothen Jacob speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Pothen Jacob's office located?
Dr. Pothen Jacob's office is located at 1840 Mease Dr Ste 305, Safety Harbor, FL, 34695.
Does Dr. Pothen Jacob accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Pothen Jacob accepts on their Vitals profile.

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