Dr. Darren L. Jacobs, DO | Scranton, PA | Neurological Surgery

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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.

accepting new patients
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27 Ratings
27 years of experience
16 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
15 written reviews
2 specialties
12 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
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Very honest and caring demeanor. Came across as an expert. Explained things thoroughly and honestly. Appreciated his knowledge and demeanor.

January 29th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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As his previous neuromonitor, I witnessed professionalism, patient-centered care along with a great personality in and out of the OR. Dr.Jacobs has a great reputation in the state of PA. I wish I worked with him more often...blessings to him and his family/friends.

July 19th, 2025

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What an experience to see Dr. Jacobs. his arrogance was concerning to our family. After doing some research it wasn't just our family that felt that way.

May 16th, 2016

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This "Dr" has no compassion for patients once he is paid.

May 12th, 2016

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He operated on my wife, he botched the surgery, the incision and his bedside manner and follow were horrendous. He is immature, arrogant jerk to say the least in my opinion. Wouldn't send a dog to him, and this guy should not hold a professional license in my opinion.

December 8th, 2015

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I had brain decompression with Dr. Jacobs in sept. 2015. I am still recovering as it can take a bit of time for recovery from this surgery. He is a great doctor. Answered all my questions and assured me that everything would be fine. He calmed me down when I was in tears before surgery. He made me feel like I wasnt just another patient but that he cares for each individual patient as they are true people and its hard to find docs like that. He kept me well medicated after surgery to keep me comfortable. I really wish the follow up was with him though. Instead they scheduled me with their physician assistant. I wanted him to make sure everything was going accordingly. The scar looks beautiful. People tell me how great it looks and how surprised that it looks that great. He is an incredible doctor and would recommend him!

November 19th, 2015

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I thought he was very good , he took time to explained . Next visit very soon. I would send family and friends to Darren L. Jacobs, DO.

June 30th, 2014

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Dr Jacobs operated on my back in the morning, and I was home that night. I am two days into recovery and feel great. He is a talented surgeon, and he listens to his patients request. I understand that each case is unique, in mine I could not have asked for more. The only CON and honestly I do not know how to analyze this, is like all neuro-surgeons at Gesinger he is booked out, I had to wait 30 days for my surgery. Still he is highly recommended in my book.

May 24th, 2013

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No complete follow up after back surgery . Saw him once directly after surgery , then only once after that !

February 17th, 2012

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Keep him away from your wife.

December 1st, 2011

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Dr. Darren Lee Jacobs, DO	Dr. Chirag B Chaudhary, MD	Dr. Christian Hailey Summa	Dr. Tristan Teague Seton
Neurological Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Internal Medicine	Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3 (27 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
27 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience		5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Gujarati, Hindi
Scranton , PA	Wilkes Barre , PA	Wilkes Barre , PA	Wilkes Barre , PA
Med School: Nova Southeastern U., College of Osteopathic Medic	Med School: Government Medical College - Bhavnagar		Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine
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BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Family Medicine

Family Medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine2007

Providence Hospital - Southfield, MI2002

Botsford General Hospital2001

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Nova Southeastern U., College of Osteopathic MedicGraduated in 1999

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Where is Dr. Darren Jacobs's office located?: Dr. Darren Jacobs's office is located at 3 W Olive St # A, Scranton, PA, 18508.
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