Summary

Dr. Jacobs is a neurosurgeon board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery. His clinical interests include simple and complex spinal surgery, trigeminal neuralgia, brain surgery, peripheral nerve procedures, pain procedures, hydrocephalus and general neurosurgery. He earned his medical degree from Nova Southeastern University and completed his residency at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Jacobs speaks English and Spanish. In his free time, Dr. Jacobs enjoys spending time with his family, as well as music, sports and outdoor activities.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.1
  • 27 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 18 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling
  • Saw me in a timely manner
  • Staff was courteous

Office Locations

Darren Lee Jacobs has 2 locations

Geisinger Neuroscience Scranton

3 W Olive St # AScranton, PA 18508
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Geisinger Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Scranton

300 Lackawanna AveScranton, PA 18503
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 7:00 pm
SunClosed

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Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.1 
27 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Scranton , PAWilkes Barre , PACharlotte , NCScranton , PA
Med School: Nova Southeastern U., College of Osteopathic Medic Med School: Geisinger Commonwealth School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Darren Lee Jacobs

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CDPHP
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - HMO
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Darren Lee Jacobs has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Darren Lee Jacobs has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • Craniotomy
  • Facial Nerve Pain (Trigeminal Neuralgia)
  • Glioblastoma
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Laminectomy
  • Spinal Fractures
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Stroke
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Darren Lee Jacobs holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania. They are board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2007, Providence Hospital - Southfield, MI in 2002, and Botsford General Hospital in 2001.

Medical School

Graduated from Nova Southeastern U., College of Osteopathic Medic in 1999.

NPI Number

Darren Lee Jacobs' NPI number is 1497956833.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Darren Jacobs's office located?
Darren Jacobs's office is located at 3 W Olive St # A, Scranton, PA, 18508.
Which hospitals is Darren Jacobs affiliated with?
Darren Jacobs is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center.
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