Karen Jacobs, DO
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Psychiatry and Psychology
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
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Psychiatry and Psychology
Lutheran Hospital
1730 W. 25th Street
Cleveland, OH 44113
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Treatment & Services
- 2nd Opinion Evaluations
- Adult Psychopharmacology
- Clinical Trials
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
- Medical Weight Management
- Medication Management
- Psychopharmacology
- Women's Health
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Anxiety Disorder
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Adult
- Bipolar Disorder
- Delusional Disorder
- Depression
- Depressive Disorders
- Gender Identity Disorder
- Major Depression
- Mood Disorder
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
- Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- Psychiatric Disorders
- Schizophrenia
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View All PlansAbout Karen Jacobs, DO
Karen J. Jacobs, DO, received her medical degree from the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her Adult Psychiatry Residency at Cleveland Clinic. She has served as the Vice Chair of Education and the Program Director for the Adult Psychiatry Residency since 2014. She is board certified in psychiatry and neurology and has been a staff physician in the Department of Psychiatry and Psychology at Cleveland Clinic's main campus. Prior to Dr. Jacobs appointment in 2006, she practiced outpatient psychiatry in the Cleveland area for 15 years.
Dr. Jacobs' many clinical interests include: anxiety and mood disorders, women's issues and adult attention deficit (hyperactivity) disorder. She was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2006
Education & Fellowships
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Psychiatry - Neuro-Psy.
Cleveland,
OH USA
1992
Residency - MetroHealth Medical Center
Psychiatry Neuro-Psy
Cleveland,
OH USA
1990
Internship - Brentwood Hospital
Rotating Internship
Warrensville Heights,
OH USA
1988
Medical Education - Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine
DO
Athens,
OH USA
1987
Undergraduate - University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati,
OH USA
1982
Certifications
- Psychiatry and Neurology - Psychiatry
Specialty Interests
Adult psychoparmacology, attention deficit disorders, anxiety and mood disorders including OCD, Panic Disorder, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, depression, and bipolar disorders, VNS and DBS, weight management/bariatric surgery evaluation, Women's Issues
Research & Publications
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76 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
18 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Feb 20, 2023
Dr. Jacobs is always compassionate and concerned with the whole me.
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2023
She's very knowledgeable and her kindness plus compassion are just amazing
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023
There is nothing like an in-person visit with Dr. Jacobs :)
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2023
Dr. Jacobs somehow always manages to squeeze in appts at times that work best for me... Don't know how she does it, but she does!
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2023
Dr. Jacobs is hands-down the absolute best provider I have ever had the good fortune to partner with in my healthcare. She is always kind, carrying and compassionate, and always makes me feel as though I am the only person that matters during my appointments.... The time I have with Dr. Jacobs 1:1 during an appt is sacred and respected, and each of us treats it as such.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2022
Would recommend Karen to many people if she had more clinical time available! I do appreciate being able to see her!
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2022
Dr Jacobs and her assistant Paula are phenomenal with regards to helping me obtain appointments and returning calls.
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2022
Dr Jacobs is hands-down the best provider I've ever encountered! She is friendly, empathic, and supportive when I need It, yet able to remain objective and will call me out when needed, too. Most important, she spends time with me and actually listens to what I have to say.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2022
Dr. Jacobs is one of the best physicians in my care team.
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2022
Dr. Karen Jacobs is a professional kindhearted person who knowledge and understanding care is towards her patients are exceptional.
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2022
Dr. Jacobs is an outstanding provider! We need more doctors like her.
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2022
Karen Jacobs is an outstanding physician and psychiatrist. She puts patients' needs first and is an intuitive and innovative practitioner.
Reviewed on Jul 19, 2022
I have always experienced outstanding care from Dr. Jacobs. I wish the options in the survey above would have listed 'excellent' or 'outstanding' as these are the ratings I would have given her in every category. Dr. Jacobs is one in a million and I cannot properly express the gratitude and appreciation I have for the care she has provided for me as my doctor over all these years.
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2022
6/30/22 visit was a very good experience with Dr. Karen Jacobs as always.
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2022
Dr. Jacobs is a kind, considerate and thoughtful person.
Reviewed on Jun 13, 2022
I don't care much for the shared appointments. Thought it has made access to appointments s with dr jacobs much much more efficient.
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2022
I would give Dr. Jacobs all tens if I could! She is truly outstanding and Cleveland Clinic can be so proud to have her on staff!
Reviewed on May 16, 2022
Dr. Jacobs is always respectful, professional, and she always discusses my options with me. She never dictates treatment. I have already recommended her to others.