Joelle L. Jakobsen, MD | Folsom, CA | General Surgeon

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Dr. Joelle Jakobsen is a surgeon who earned her medical degree from Loma Linda University. She completed specialized fellowship training at Orlando Regional Medical Center, developing advanced surgical expertise. Dr. Jakobsen holds certification in surgery from the American Board of Surgery and speaks English.

Dr. Jakobsen practices at Mercy San Juan Medical Center with locations in Folsom and Carmichael, California. She specializes in treating breast cancer, including metastatic cases and Paget disease of the breast. Her surgical expertise includes performing laparoscopy and working with pathology tests to guide treatment decisions. Patients have rated her 4.5 out of 5 stars on average for her care.

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accepting new patients
4.5

52 Ratings
49 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Orlando Regional Medical Ctr
36 written reviews
1 specialty
1 area of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Female

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Joelle Jakobsen's Ratings and Reviews

4.5

52 Ratings with 36 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 6 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Had a good bedside manner: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Flexible scheduling: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
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I just am so happy she is my DR. Makes me feel safe and comfortable

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April 2nd, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Jakobsen is awesome.

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March 10th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Jakobsen is excellent. Answered all my questions, gave me advice and was very encouraging wrt my progress.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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March 1st, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Jakobsen is the best

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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July 19th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr Jakobsen spent quality time with me going through my test results, ongoing treatment plan and next steps

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Staff was courteous

May 20th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Love this physician, love the dignity health breast cancer program.

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April 30th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Very understanding about my situation

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Staff was courteous

April 29th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr.Jakobsen was so very nice and kind to me. She took care of my problem and made me feel so much better.

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April 28th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr Jakobsen is wonderful!

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February 23rd, 2025 | Source: Partner

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This visit felt very rushed and there was very little empathy for my concerns. Based on her responses, I felt as if my concerns were irrelevant and that I was wasting her time by discussing them. I definitely did not get the reassurances that I was hoping for.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

January 8th, 2025 | Source: Partner

Specialty Care - Mercy Medical Group - Folsom, CA

1730 Prairie City Rd Suite 120Folsom, CA 95630

Tel: (916) 536-3600

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Specialty Care - Mercy Physicians Plaza - San Juan, Carmichael, CA

6555 Coyle AveCarmichael, CA 95608

Tel: (916) 536-3600

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Joelle L. Jakobsen, MD	Dr. Sydney Eugene Garfinkle	Dr. Herbert Allen Berkoff	Dr. Alex B Cantrell
Surgery	Surgery	Surgery	Urology
Accepts New Patients
4.5 (52 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
			14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Folsom , CA	Fair Oaks , CA	Sacramento , CA	Sacramento , CA
Med School: Loma Linda University			Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
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Surgery

Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Joelle L. Jakobsen holds an active medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Orlando Regional Medical Ctr.

Medical School

Graduated from Loma Linda University.

NPI Number

Joelle L. Jakobsen's NPI number is 1124107511.

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Which hospitals is Joelle L. Jakobsen affiliated with?: Joelle L. Jakobsen is affiliated with Mercy San Juan Medical Center.
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Where is Joelle L. Jakobsen's office located?: Joelle L. Jakobsen's office is located at 1730 Prairie City Rd Suite 120, Folsom, CA, 95630.
What languages does Joelle L. Jakobsen speak?: Joelle L. Jakobsen speaks English.

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