About
Dr. Eunice Jacob-Charly is a board-certified internist and the founder of Unique Health Now in Elgin, Illinois. She earned her Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences from the University of South Alabama. She then completed her Doctor of Osteopathy at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine - Georgia. Her Internal Medicine internship and residency took place at Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown, New York, where she built a strong foundation in managing complex adult conditions.
Dr. Jacob-Charly holds board certification from both the American Board of Internal Medicine and the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons. She is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine, reflecting her deep commitment to physician-led weight management. The National Health Service Corps recognized her as a Scholar from 2013 through 2024. Her clinical focus spans internal medicine, preventive care, chronic disease management, functional medicine, and osteopathic manipulative treatment. She is passionate about metabolic health, body composition, and helping patients achieve sustainable weight loss. Outside the clinic, Dr. Jacob-Charly lives in Elgin with her husband, two sons, and their dog. She enjoys teaching, mentoring, volunteering, working out, and spending time with her family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of South Alabama, B.S. Biomedical Sciences
Medical School
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine - Georgia, D.O.
Residency
Internal Medicine Internship and Residency, Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY
Additional Training
National Health Service Corps Scholar 2013-2024
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Jacob-Charly right for?
Dr. Jacob-Charly is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, or metabolic syndrome. Patients seeking physician-led weight loss, including medication management combined with lifestyle guidance, benefit from her obesity medicine expertise. Her osteopathic training makes her effective for patients dealing with back pain, joint pain, neck pain, or muscle tension. Adults who want a doctor who addresses root causes, not just symptoms, tend to thrive under her care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Jacob-Charly treats a broad range of adult conditions, including diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, metabolic syndrome, urinary incontinence, headaches, joint pain, back pain, and neck pain. She also manages sinus issues, digestive problems, muscle tension, and common infections such as upper respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, and ear infections.
Yes. Dr. Jacob-Charly holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons. She also holds the Diplomate designation from the American Board of Obesity Medicine and is licensed through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
O. from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine - Georgia. She completed her Internal Medicine internship and residency at Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown, New York. Her undergraduate degree in Biomedical Sciences comes from the University of South Alabama.
Yes. Dr. Jacob-Charly provides Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) as part of her care at Unique Health Now. OMT addresses the root causes of musculoskeletal symptoms rather than just managing pain. She uses it for conditions including chronic back pain, joint pain, neck pain, sprains, strains, and muscle tension.
Dr. Jacob-Charly takes a physician-led, whole-person approach to obesity and weight management. As an Obesity Medicine Board Diplomate, she combines prescription medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro with sustainable lifestyle changes. She uses the InBody 580 body composition scanner to track progress beyond simple weight measurements.
Yes. Functional medicine is one of Dr. Jacob-Charly's core clinical interests. She uses it alongside internal medicine and preventive care to identify and address the underlying drivers of chronic conditions. This approach informs how she manages metabolic health, gut health, and long-term wellness planning.
Yes. Dr. Jacob-Charly offers a free 15 to 20-minute meet-and-greet session for prospective patients. The session gives you a chance to learn about her expertise, ask questions about services and pricing, and decide if Unique Health Now is the right fit for you.
Dr. Jacob-Charly keeps her patient panel at just 25% of a typical insurance-based practice load. That allows her to spend 45 minutes per visit, offer same-day appointments, and focus on prevention and root causes rather than quick fixes. She combines internal medicine, obesity medicine, functional medicine, and osteopathic treatment in a single practice.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026