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Dr. Pothen Jacob, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 70
Dr. Pothen Jacob, MD
4.1 (51 Ratings)

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Dr. Pothen Jacob, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Saint Petersburg, FL.
Dr. Pothen Jacob, MD
4.1 (51 Ratings)
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Dr. Pothen Jacob, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 70
Saint Petersburg, FL
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Pothen Jacob, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Saint Petersburg, FL.

About

Dr. Pothen Jacob, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Saint Petersburg, FL. They graduated from Christian Medical College, Vellore, India and completed a residency at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine - Pittsburgh, PA. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital. Dr. Jacob has experience treating conditions like Gastroptosis and Heartburn among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Jacob received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 51 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Jacob is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Gastroptosis
Heartburn
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Gastroptosis
Heartburn
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Abdominal Pain
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Celiac Disease
Chronic Gastritis
Colorectal Polyp
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Dysphagia
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophagitis
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Hemorrhoids
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Lactose Intolerance
Reflux Esophagitis
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acute Gastritis
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Ascites
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Cirrhosis
Cirrhosis
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Dysentery
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Food Allergy
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroparesis
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Rectal Ulcer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    3901 66th St N Ste 201, Saint Petersburg, FL 33709
  2. 2 West Central Gastroenterology Llp
    3001 Executive Dr Ste 130, Clearwater, FL 33762
  3. 3 John H. Ahn. D.o.; Pl.
    1840 Mease Dr Ste 305, Safety Harbor, FL 34695
  4. 4 Gulfcoast Gastroenterology
    33920 US Highway 19 N Ste 124, Palm Harbor, FL 34684

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Jacob
4.1
Based on 51 Reviews
5 Stars (37)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (3)
1 Star (8)

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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Christian Medical College, Vellore, India
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine - Pittsburgh, PA
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Northwestern University Medical School and VA - Chicago, IL
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Pothen Jacob, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Jacob's profile.

Dr. Jacob frequently treats the following conditions: Gastroptosis and Heartburn. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Pothen Jacob, MD is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Pothen Jacob, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Morton Plant Hospital

    300 Pinellas St, Clearwater, FL