Summary

Dr. Gary Jacobs specializes in ophthalmology, bringing five decades of experience to his practice in eye care and vision health. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Jacobs is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population in the Chula Vista community.

Dr. Jacobs practices at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center and Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista in Chula Vista, California. He focuses on treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures, while he also performs comprehensive dilated eye exams for diagnostic purposes. Patients have given Dr. Jacobs an outstanding average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 50 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Illinois At Chicago
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Gary Marshall Jacobs has 5 locations

Eye Physicians Medical Surgical Center Inc

681 Third AveChula Vista, CA 91910
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye Physicians Medical/Surgical Center

681 Third AveChula Vista, CA 91910
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

681 3rd Ave

681 Third Ave Ste 304Chula Vista, CA 91910

Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista

435 H StChula Vista, CA 91910

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

751 Medical Center CtChula Vista, CA 91911

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Dr. Gary Marshall Jacobs, MDDr. Mauricio E. Pons, MDDr. Kyle M. Green, MDDr. Majid Mani, MD, FACS, FAAO, FASRS
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English
Chula Vista , CAEl Centro , CAEl Centro , CAEl Centro , CA
Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Med School: National University of Cuyo School of Medicine of Argentina Med School: Keck School of Medicine of USC Med School: Tulane University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gary Marshall Jacobs

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gary Marshall Jacobs has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gary Marshall Jacobs has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Dr. Gary Marshall Jacobs holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Illinois At Chicago.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Maryland School Of Medicine in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Jacobs' NPI number is 1992772552.

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Dr. Gary Jacobs is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center and Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista.
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