About
Cheryl Jacobs, MD, MPH earned her BS in Biology cum laude from Tufts University in 1989, then completed her MD and Master of Public Health at Tufts University School of Medicine in 1994. She trained in the Primary Care Track residency at the University of Washington from 1994 to 1997 and served as Out-Patient Chief Resident at Harborview Medical Center in 1998. Dr. Jacobs holds board certification in Internal Medicine and certification as an Art Medicine Practitioner. She also actively pursues certification in Lifestyle Medicine.
Dr. Jacobs brings more than seven years of experience as Medical Director at Shoreline One Medical/Iora Primary Care Clinic, where she cared for complex seniors using a multidisciplinary team model. A Seattle resident for nearly 30 years, she joined Speck Health to help patients integrate lifestyle medicine into daily life in meaningful, practical ways. She focuses on individualized care, working closely with patients to prevent disease and manage chronic conditions through nutrition, movement, and mind-body approaches. Dr. Jacobs earned the Seattle Top Doc distinction in 2023. She accepts most major insurances and welcomes new patients.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Tufts University, BS in Biology, cum laude, 1989
Medical School
Tufts University School of Medicine, MD and MPH, 1994
Residency
University of Washington, Primary Care Track, 1994-1997; Out-Patient Chief Resident, Harborview Medical Center, 1998
Additional Training
Art Medicine Certified Practitioner; pursuing certification in Lifestyle Medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Jacobs right for?
Dr. Jacobs is a strong fit for adults who want to address chronic conditions through lifestyle changes. Patients managing complex health issues, including seniors with multiple concerns, benefit from her multidisciplinary approach. She works well with people who want nutrition, movement, and mind-body strategies woven into their care. Patients who value a doctor with deep community roots and a long track record in Seattle will feel at home with her.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Jacobs specializes in internal medicine, functional medicine, and preventive medicine. She focuses on helping patients prevent disease and manage chronic conditions through practical lifestyle changes. Her approach integrates nutrition, movement, and mind-body strategies into individualized care plans.
Yes, Dr. Jacobs holds board certification in Internal Medicine. She also holds certification as an Art Medicine Practitioner and actively pursues certification in Lifestyle Medicine.
Dr. Jacobs earned her MD and Master of Public Health at Tufts University School of Medicine. She completed her residency in the Primary Care Track at the University of Washington and served as Out-Patient Chief Resident at Harborview Medical Center.
Dr. Jacobs sees adults across a wide range of health concerns, with particular experience caring for complex seniors. She excels at working with patients who want to prevent disease or manage chronic conditions through lifestyle-based approaches rather than medication alone.
Yes, Dr. Jacobs accepts most major insurances. Prospective patients can contact Speck Health directly to confirm whether their specific plan qualifies.
Dr. Jacobs believes that meaningful lifestyle change is the most effective tool for long-term health. She works closely with patients on nutrition, physical activity, and mind-body practices. Her goal is to help patients integrate these strategies into daily life in practical, sustainable ways.
Yes, Seattle named Dr. Jacobs a Top Doc in 2023. This recognition reflects her standing among peers and patients in the Seattle medical community.
Yes, Dr. Jacobs currently welcomes new patients at Speck Health in Seattle's Northgate neighborhood.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026