About
Dr. Cher Jacobsen grew up across the country before settling in the Mountain West for her education. She completed her undergraduate degree at Carroll College in Helena, Montana. She then attended Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska, graduating magna cum laude. Her family medicine residency also took place at Creighton University.
The United States Navy funded her medical training, and she served years of active duty as a Navy physician. She holds a deep respect for military patients and their families. After her Navy service, she returned to the Mountain West with her husband and established her private practice in Post Falls, Idaho. She has cared for thousands of patients throughout her career. Her patients know her affectionately as Doc J. Today she runs a direct primary care practice built on restoring the doctor-patient relationship to the center of medicine. She brings a strong focus on proactive health planning, lifestyle coaching, and comprehensive family medicine.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Carroll College, Helena, Montana
Medical School
Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska (graduated magna cum laude)
Residency
Family Medicine, Creighton University
Additional Training
United States Navy active duty physician service
Who is Dr. Jacobsen right for?
Dr. Jacobsen serves adults who want a personal, long-term relationship with their physician. Patients managing chronic or complex conditions benefit from her extended, unhurried visit times. Adults seeking proactive health planning and lifestyle coaching find her approach well-matched to their goals. Medicare patients can join by signing a waiver, though Dr. Jacobsen advises against HMO Medicare plans. Young adult dependents ages 19 to 24 can also join under a parent's membership.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Jacobsen practices comprehensive family medicine for adults. She treats acute illnesses, chronic conditions, and complex multi-system health issues. She also focuses heavily on preventive care, wellness planning, and lifestyle improvement. Her in-clinic capabilities include procedures like EKGs, spirometry, laceration repair, cryotherapy, and minor skin lesion removal.
Dr. Jacobsen trained in family medicine at Creighton University, completing both medical school and residency there. She graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine magna cum laude. Her clinical background spans her residency training, years of active-duty Navy service, and more than a decade in private practice in Post Falls.
Dr. Jacobsen centers her practice on the doctor-patient relationship above all else. She takes a proactive approach, prioritizing wellness planning, early intervention, and lifestyle coaching. She schedules extended visits so patients can address all of their concerns without feeling rushed. She is reachable around the clock by phone, text, email, or video chat.
Yes. The United States Navy funded Dr. Jacobsen's medical training, and she served years of active duty as a Navy physician afterward. She has a deep appreciation for active duty military, veterans, and their families. She has described them as among the most rewarding patients she has ever served.
Dr. Jacobsen completed her undergraduate education at Carroll College in Helena, Montana. She earned her medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska, graduating magna cum laude. She completed her family medicine residency at Creighton University as well.
Yes. Dr. Jacobsen offers home and workplace visits for her members. This service is part of her commitment to accessible, flexible care. Patients who are homebound or in nursing facilities should contact the practice directly to discuss membership options.
Dr. Jacobsen established her private practice in Post Falls, Idaho, around 2016. Before that, she served as an active-duty US Navy physician. She has cared for thousands of patients throughout her career in the region.
Doc J is the nickname Dr. Jacobsen's patients use for her. It reflects the close, personal relationships she builds with everyone in her practice. That kind of familiarity is central to her philosophy of care.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026
