About
Dr. Leah Jacobson has practiced pediatric medicine in San Antonio for over 20 years. She grew up in College Station, Texas, and earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Texas A&M University. She then attended medical school at The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio and completed her pediatric residency in San Antonio as well. After residency, she joined UT-Health's downtown pediatric clinic before transitioning to small-group private practice in 2003. She remained in that setting until December 2022, when she launched Personal Pediatrics as a Direct Primary Care practice.
Dr. Jacobson holds board certification from the American Board of Pediatrics and earned fellowship status in the American Academy of Pediatrics. She takes a hands-on, holistic approach to child health. She partners with parents to build individualized care plans and long-term relationships. In 2017, she contributed monthly articles to SA Medicine Magazine covering topics including volunteerism, child abuse, women's health, and legislative affairs. She actively participates in the Texas Medical Association, Bexar County Medical Society, Texas Pediatric Society, and San Antonio Pediatric Society. At home, she is married to her husband Trey and they have three children, a daughter-in-law, and a corgi named Kenzie. She enjoys cooking, baking, puzzles, and traveling.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Texas A&M University, B.S. Psychology
Medical School
The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio
Residency
Pediatrics, San Antonio
Certifications
Who is Dr. Jacobson right for?
Dr. Jacobson is a strong fit for families seeking a long-term relationship with a single, accessible pediatrician. She sees patients from newborn through age 21, covering all routine well checks and acute sick visits. Parents who want same-day access and after-hours availability benefit most from her DPC model. Families who follow an evidence-based vaccine schedule align well with her clinical approach. Those managing ongoing health concerns or navigating complex developmental needs find her extended appointment times especially valuable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Jacobson sees patients from newborn through age 21. She follows all routine AAP well-child visit guidelines and handles sick visits, physicals, procedures, and chronic condition management across that full age range.
Yes. Dr. Jacobson holds board certification from the American Board of Pediatrics. She also holds fellowship status in the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Dr. Jacobson earned her medical degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. She completed her pediatric residency in San Antonio as well, and went on to practice at UT-Health's downtown pediatric clinic before entering private practice.
Dr. Jacobson practices evidence-based medicine and recommends vaccines following standard guidelines. Families who do not intend to vaccinate their children are not a good fit for the practice. She makes exceptions for COVID and influenza vaccines and welcomes a conversation about what works best for each family.
Yes. Members reach Dr. Jacobson via text, phone, email, or video at any time. She answers urgent calls around the clock. For non-urgent after-hours questions, she responds the following morning.
Dr. Jacobson takes a hands-on, holistic approach to pediatric care. She focuses on the whole child and partners with parents to create individualized care plans. She educates families, builds long-term relationships, and treats each child as a unique individual.
Yes. Dr. Jacobson makes home visits within a 15-mile radius. Members who commit to a 12-month membership receive one free home visit. Additional home visits may carry an extra charge.
Dr. Jacobson handles a range of in-office procedures, including minor laceration repair, wart removal, staple and suture removal, ear wax removal, abscess incision and drainage, and silver nitrate cauterization of umbilical granulomas. Additional charges may apply for some procedures.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026