Summary

Dr. John Jakob treats esophageal cancer, diabetes mellitus, and diabetes complications, and performs cranial ultrasound, thyroid and parathyroid ultrasound, and CT scans. He practices hematology and oncology and is affiliated with Aultman Hospital.

Board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Jakob sees patients in Akron, Ohio. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Jakob 4.7 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 59 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • 28 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Summa Health Medical Group Oncology

161 N Forge St Ste 198Akron, OH 44304
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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HematologyPathologyPathologyPathology
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51 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 68 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Akron , OHMiddleburg Heights , OHAkron , OHCanton , OH
Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Lincoln Memorial University Debusk College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Stanley Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John A Jakob

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid (Managed)
  • APWU
  • Aultcare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Buckeye Health Plan
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicare
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optum Health
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Priority Health
  • SummaCare
  • SummaCare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • The Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley, Inc.
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

John A Jakob has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

John A Jakob has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Chemotherapy
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

John A Jakob holds an expired medical license in the state of Ohio. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

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

NPI Number

John A Jakob's NPI number is 1831394287.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does John Jakob speak?
John Jakob speaks English.
Where is John Jakob's office located?
John Jakob's office is located at 161 N Forge St Ste 198, Akron, OH, 44304.
Does John Jakob accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that John Jakob accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does John Jakob accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
John Jakob has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is John Jakob accepting new patients?
John Jakob is accepting new patients on Vitals. View John Jakob's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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