Summary

Dr. Doug Jacobson MD provides state of the art medical and surgical eye care to our Santa Barbara community. A California native, Dr. Jacobson received his Bachelor's degree in Physics from Colorado College, then taught in Costa Rica, at Yosemite Institute, and at the Colorado College. He earned his medical degree at Yale University School of Medicine and trained in Internal Medicine at Stanford University Medical Center. Dr. Jacobson completed specialty training in Ophthalmology at the University of Washington, Dr. Jacobson worked at a multi-specialty group in Seattle providing comprehensive ophthalmology care, including a high volume of cataract surgery.

Eye Specialists of Santa Barbara places you at the center of our practice. We are committed to providing you with the highest quality medical eye care by focusing on communication, utilizing the most advanced diagnostic and surgical technologies, and integrating the whole patient.

Dr. Jacobson MD uses his extensive experience and his exceptional training to provide the highest quality medical and surgical care to the Santa Barbara community. He specializes in custom laser cataract surgery, individualized glaucoma management, and premium vision correction surgery with Visian ICL and clear lens exchange.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 21 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Washington Seattle
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 19 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Sansum Clinic Foothill Eye Center

4151 Foothill RdSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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

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Dr. Douglas William Jacobson, MDDr. Richard John Magenheimer, MDDr. Marc Alan LoweDr. Steven Lawrence Carter, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.2 
21 Years of Experience 67 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Santa Barbara , CASanta Barbara , CASanta Barbara , CASanta Barbara , CA
Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College of Wisconsin Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Douglas William Jacobson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CareSource
  • CenCal Health
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Douglas William Jacobson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Douglas William Jacobson has the following 19 areas of expertise

  • Age-related vision loss (Presbyopia)
  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Dry Eye Syndromes
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Eyelid Diseases
  • Eyelid surgery (Blepharoplasty)
  • Glaucoma
  • LASIK (Laser In Situ Keratomileusis)
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Orbital Fractures
  • Vision Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Washington Seattle

Medical School

Yale University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2005

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Douglas Jacobson's office located?
Dr. Douglas Jacobson's office is located at 4151 Foothill Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93110.
Does Dr. Douglas Jacobson accept my insurance?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas Jacobson?
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