About
Joshua Alexander Jacobi, MD earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at the University of Texas Southwestern, then returned for a Cardiology fellowship at the same institution in Dallas. He went on to train in Interventional Cardiology at Baylor University Medical Center, also in Dallas. He holds board certification in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, and Interventional Cardiology, all through the American Board of Internal Medicine.
After five years performing interventional procedures on heart attack patients, Dr. Jacobi concluded that most of those events were preventable. He rebuilt his practice around identifying cardiovascular risk early and reversing it through measurable lifestyle change. He stands among a small number of cardiologists who include both CIMT and PULS/ELP testing in executive physicals. One patient under his care lost 70 pounds in under a year, reversed prediabetes, and cut his five-year heart attack risk in half through a personalized program Dr. Jacobi designed. Outside the clinic, Dr. Jacobi has trained as a powerlifter and runner for over 20 years. He teaches the practice's 12-week Healthy Living Classes himself. His interests include weight lifting, hiking, reading, and exploring holistic approaches to medicine.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Texas Southwestern
Fellowship
Cardiology, University of Texas Southwestern, Dallas, TX; Interventional Cardiology, Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, TX
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Jacobi right for?
Dr. Jacobi is a strong fit for adults who want to get ahead of cardiovascular risk rather than manage it after the fact. Patients with elevated lipids, metabolic concerns, or a family history of heart disease benefit most from his preventive approach. Executives seeking comprehensive annual physicals with advanced cardiac testing find a highly structured program here. He also serves high-risk patients who need regular stress testing and cardiac monitoring. Those looking for a physician-supervised weight loss or lifestyle change program will find both clinical expertise and personal coaching at Healthy Living Medical.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Jacobi treats cardiovascular disease, hypertension, high cholesterol, metabolic syndrome, prediabetes, obesity, chronic venous insufficiency, and related conditions. He focuses on identifying and reversing cardiovascular risk factors before a cardiac event occurs. His clinical scope also includes executive health physicals and comprehensive preventive cardiology.
Yes, Dr. Jacobi holds board certification in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, and Interventional Cardiology, all through the American Board of Internal Medicine. This triple certification is uncommon and reflects deep training across both preventive and procedural cardiology.
Dr. Jacobi uses CIMT testing, PULS protein analysis, expanded lipid profiling, stress echocardiograms, nuclear stress tests, carotid ultrasound, and resting metabolic rate assessments. He stands among a small number of cardiologists who routinely incorporate both CIMT and PULS testing into executive physicals. These tools help him quantify risk and track progress over time.
Dr. Jacobi earned his MD from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. He completed his Internal Medicine residency and Cardiology fellowship at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas. He then trained in Interventional Cardiology at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas.
Yes, Dr. Jacobi runs physician-supervised weight loss programs personalized to each patient. He has overseen outcomes such as a 70-pound weight loss, prediabetes reversal, and a significant reduction in five-year heart attack risk for a single patient. He also teaches a 12-week Healthy Living Class series that covers lifestyle, nutrition, and behavioral modification.
Dr. Jacobi believes most heart attacks are preventable. After five years performing interventional procedures on heart attack patients, he rebuilt his practice around early detection and measurable lifestyle change. He uses objective data from advanced diagnostics to guide each patient's prevention plan.
Yes, Dr. Jacobi makes house calls to executive homes and offices throughout the Pasadena region. This service extends the accessibility his concierge programs provide and is especially useful for busy professionals.
Dr. Jacobi sees adult patients with cardiovascular risk factors, metabolic conditions, and chronic disease. He also works with executives seeking annual physicals with advanced cardiac screening. High-risk patients who require ongoing cardiac monitoring make up a significant portion of his practice.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026