About
Dr. Jonathan Jacobs holds dual board certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Pediatrics, both since 1999. He earned his medical degree from Mayo Clinic Medical School in Rochester, Minnesota, after completing his undergraduate studies at Columbia University in New York. His residency training in both internal medicine and pediatrics took place at the Cleveland Clinic, where he was selected as Chief Resident.
Dr. Jacobs served as Clinical Assistant Faculty at the University of Kansas Medical School from 2004 to 2008. He co-founded Doctors Outreach Clinics in 2004 and continues as its Vice President. The American College of Physicians honored him with its Humanitarian Award in 2006 for his work with Hurricane Katrina evacuees. He has volunteered at the Turner House Clinic, the Jaydoc Clinic, and the Cabot Westside Clinic. Dr. Jacobs served as President of the Menorah Medical Center Medical Staff in 2017. He is a Fellow of both the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of Physicians. His clinical interests span cardiovascular medicine, diabetes management, infectious disease, and pharmaceutical cost transparency.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Columbia University, New York, NY, B.A. Latin American Studies/History
Medical School
Mayo Clinic Medical School, Rochester, MN
Residency
Internal Medicine Residency, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH; Pediatrics Residency, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH; Chief Resident, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH
Additional Training
2004-2008 Clinical Assistant Faculty, University of Kansas Medical School
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Jacobs right for?
Dr. Jacobs suits adults and children who want a single physician covering a broad range of medical needs. Patients managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, coronary artery disease, or high cholesterol benefit from his internal medicine depth. His pediatrics training makes him a strong fit for families seeking one doctor across age groups. Patients who value direct physician access, including evening and weekend contact, find his model particularly well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Jacobs treats a wide range of adult and pediatric conditions. His clinical focus includes hypertension, coronary artery disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, asthma, allergies, arthritis, back pain, fibromyalgia, osteoporosis, and rashes. He also manages mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, and ADHD. Infectious disease, including influenza and COVID-19, falls within his scope as well.
Yes. Dr. Jacobs holds board certification from both the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Pediatrics, each continuously since 1999. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
D. from Mayo Clinic Medical School in Rochester, Minnesota. He completed residencies in both internal medicine and pediatrics at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio, where he was also selected as Chief Resident.
Yes. Dr. Jacobs holds board certification in both internal medicine and pediatrics. He sees patients across age groups, making him a practical choice for families who want a single physician managing care for both adults and children.
Yes. Dr. Jacobs holds hospital privileges at Menorah Medical Center and personally cares for his hospitalized patients. He does not hand off care to hospitalists, so patients maintain continuity with their own physician during a hospital stay.
Yes. Dr. Jacobs treats depression, anxiety disorders, and ADHD as part of his primary care scope. Patients with these conditions can address them directly with him during office, telehealth, or house call visits.
Yes. Dr. Jacobs makes himself available by telephone, electronic messaging, and pager on nights and weekends. Members do not need to wait until the next business day to reach their physician for urgent concerns.
Dr. Jacobs focuses on identifying the root causes of symptoms rather than treating conditions in isolation. His approach draws on the depth of a dual-trained internist and pediatrician. He describes his philosophy as old-fashioned medicine adapted for the modern era, emphasizing direct access and thorough diagnosis.
Yes. Castle Connolly, SuperDoctors, and 435 Magazine have all recognized Dr. Jacobs among top physicians in the Kansas City area. The American College of Physicians awarded him its Humanitarian Award in 2006 for his volunteer work with Hurricane Katrina evacuees. The Kansas City Business Journal also featured him in a People on the Move segment.
Doctor profile last updated March 22, 2026