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Dr. Ronald Jacobs, MD

Dr. Ronald Jacobs, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Ronald Jacobs, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Silver Spring, MD and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 55 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (55 reviews)

Practice

2101 Medical Park Dr Ste 200E Silver Spring, MD 20902
Telehealth available

Dr. Jacobs is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Good hospital quality
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Dr. Jacobs' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Jacobs

4.5
55 ratings, 24 with a written review
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Dr. Jacobs is knowledgeable and take time to listen and answer all my questions. Highly recommend
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 07, 2025
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The Amazing Dr. Jacobs!
I can't even begin to put into words what a rare find Dr. Jacobs truly is! As someone who has an over-active White Coat Syndrome, I know that all will be well in the hands of Dr. Jacobs. Whether it is a simple well-woman exam, or a uterine biopsy, Dr. Jacobs' bedside manner will put you instantly at ease. He chats throughout the procedure, either to distract you or to let you know exactly what is happening. Either method works to help you relax. In addition to Dr. Jacobs, the whole office is a pleasure to deal with--the front desk is kind and welcoming, the billing department is kind and helpful, and the phlebotomists...oh the phlebotomists....they are amazing and have the lightest touch ever. I honestly do not have a negative thing to say.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Rachel Stein – Nov 27, 2024
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Ignored my menopause symptoms for a decade
Dr Jacobs was great in my younger years. However, once perimenopause hit I believe I got very inadequate care. Persistent debilitating hot flashes, crippling vulvar and vaginal irritation, sleepless night, hot flashes, pain with intercourse, and mood changes were not addressed at all for years. It wasn’t until I saw an NP in his office that I was given estrogen cream - but without even adequate instructions on use. After 10 years of major issues I finally changed doctors and was started in HRT. Dr Jacobs never addressed my symptoms and never discussed HRT with me at all. I found him personable and I trusted him - which lead to lengthy suffering on my part. He needs to do better in caring for menopausal women.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Nov 02, 2024
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A rare gem!
I have been seeing Dr Jacobs for the past 13 years. To call him an excellent doctor is an understatement. He's a rare gem! Dr Jacobs is extremely smart and competent, honest, respectful, empathetic and genuinely cares about his patients. He's always abreast with new developments in his field. I trust him as a health provider and know I can always rely on his guidance to make health decisions which are best for me. I hope he never retires. A rare gem indeed!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 07, 2024
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THE BEST OF THE BEST!!
Dr. Jacobs is the most knowledgeable and caring Doctor I have ever had!!!!!! I have been going to him for over 25 years and hope it will be another 25 years!!!! I am from a family of doctors and love them more than ever, but he is just over the top!!!!!!!!! He is caring, gentle and just overall a joy to be around. Who likes to go to the Gynecologist??? ME!! As long as it's to see Dr. Jacobs!! The best of the best!!!!!!!!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lori Kolker – Jan 26, 2024
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Very personable
I have been going to Dr Jacobs for 20 years. He’s warm and understanding and open to learning about new treatments. I recommend him always.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jennifer M – Nov 15, 2023
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Kind, caring awesome listener and great sense of h
The entire staff at CWC is wonderful. I’ve not had a bad experience from any of my visits and Dr. Jacobs is THE BEST. This isn’t an exaggeration.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 20, 2023
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Competent and Friendly Care
Dr. Jacobs has been my physician for over 25 years. I trust him. He is extremely competent and very personable. He does not rush but he is efficient. Excellent visits.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Barb T. – Jan 20, 2023
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Confident in the care
Listens well and provides clear information . Very helpful and caring. Staff friendly and knowledgeable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 21, 2022
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Dr. Ronald Jacobs is an awesome OB-GYN. Very Patient and understanding, answered all of my concerns. Very professional and kindhearted along with his staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Desiree Croal – Jul 07, 2022
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One of The best Doctors
Dr Jacob has been my doctor for over 10 years. He has always listen to my concerns and is very informative. He explains everything and has never dismissed my concerns. I would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Olubukola Pope – May 12, 2022
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Great Doc!
I have been a patient of Dr. Jacobs for almost 32 years. He delivered both my babies and has seen me through menopause. He is kind, and compassionate. I never feel rushed and he always addresses my questions fully. Great doctor, I highly recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Lisa V – Feb 03, 2022
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dr Jacobs has been my Dr for 20 years.. and delivered both my boys, He is a great Dr with lots of knollege, he treats his patient like there are his own family,, very carring and very proffesional
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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maya haddad arzuan – Jan 06, 2022
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Dr Jacobs is a friendly, respectful, and attentive physician who will never rush through an appointment. He never questioned me when I said I wanted a tubal ligation to remain childfree, something many other doctors never took seriously. Definitely one of the best doctors I've ever been a patient of.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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SBL – Jul 23, 2021
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Dr. Jacobs is absolutely the best!! I have been a patient of Dr. Jacobs for over 20 years. He is the most caring and dedicated physician I know. He has helped me through numerous health issues and consistently provides excellence at all levels: thoughtful and thorough during exams, proactively diagnosing issues, providing treatment options when needed, calm & friendly bedside manner and being available after hours during urgent situations.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Susan F – Jul 17, 2021
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Dr. Jacobs really cares about his patients. He is cautious, thorough, empathetic, and really goes the extra mile. He is a rarity these days where most other doctors rush from patient to patient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 06, 2021
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I was having issues and Dr. Jacbobs was very calm and didn’t alarm me. He said many women were having issues right now because of stress levels. He had me come in several times of the past couple of months until my issue was resolved. He was always reassuring and would answer any questions I had or my husband would ask.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 05, 2021
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Highly recommend Dr. Jacobs. I have been seeing him since I moved here 8 years ago. He is thorough and explains issues well. He has the best bed-side manner of any Doctor I have experienced. He seems sincerely interested in his patients overall well being. Very happy I found him as my OB-GYN.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Julia Bryant – Mar 04, 2021
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Have been a patient of Dr. Jacobs for 20 years. He has a kind, gentle bedside manner. Very competent.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Silver Spring, MD – Dec 29, 2018
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I love Dr RJ. He’s the best person I’ve ever met. I’m very fortunate to be a part of ur practice. Thank you for being so wonderful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Enna M in Ellicott City, MD – Mar 24, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

My philosophy with regard to patient care is based on listening, communication and giving each patient the time she needs to feel that she has received the highest quality of care.
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • George Washington University Mc

    Internship Hospital, 1986
  • George Washington University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1986
  • University Of Maryland School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
  • University Of Maryland

    Undergraduate School, 1978
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Dr. Jacobs is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office2101 Medical Park Dr Ste 200E Silver Spring, MD 20902
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Holy Cross Hospital

      1500 Forest Glen Rd
      Silver Spring, MD 20910
      Recipient of 9
      hospital awards

      Gynecologic Surgery Excellence Award™ (2023, 2022, 2021)

      Superior clinical outcomes in gynecological surgery

      Labor and Delivery Excellence Award™ (2023, 2022, 2021)

      Superior clinical outcomes in gynecological surgery

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

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