About Dr. Jacob
Dr. Jessica Jacob is a highly respected OB-GYN with over 40 years of experience in women's health. Throughout her career, she has earned a reputation for compassionate care and clinical excellence, specializing in obstetrics, gynecology, and the overall well-being of women at every stage of life.
Dr. Jacob's career began with a deep commitment to supporting women through pregnancy, childbirth, and reproductive health. She has since built a reputation as the region's expert in low NTSV rate and high VBAC success rate. She is renowned in the community and beyond for her low cesarean section rate. She is well known for being a strong advocate for her patients' well-being.
Sought after for her empathetic approach, Dr. Jacob has built long-lasting relationships with her patients, many of whom have trusted her with their care for generations. She has delivered generations of babies within the same families. Her dedication to the field is reflected not only in her practice but also in her commitment to educating young medical professionals and staying at the forefront of emerging medical research.
In addition to her practice, Dr. Jacob is a passionate advocate for women's health initiatives, speaking at conferences and participating in community outreach programs. Her unparalleled experience and caring attitude continue to positively impact the lives of countless women, making her a trusted name in the field of OB-GYN.
Why Women choose dr. jacob
Low NTSV - High VBAC
Dr. Jessica Jacob is well known for her low cesarean section rate, her low NTSV rate, and her high rate of successful vaginal birth after cesarean section (VBAC). The NTSV rate is the method by which an obstetrician’s performance is measured; since a low C-section rate is the best way to avoid high morbidity and mortality, as well as being advantageous for the mother in many other ways, it is now recognized that a lower C-section rate is ideal. The best way to measure an individual doctor's true C-section rate, we now assess the C-section rate on women who are “Nullips” (having their first baby), Term (babies that are pre-term are taken out of the equation), Singleton (twins, and higher order multiples have a higher C-section rate), and Vertex (babies in a breech position, especially in a first time mother are generally delivered by C-section).
Dr. Jacob’s NTSV rate is among the lowest in the state of New York. Additionally, she does a higher number of VBACs than the average OBGYN, with patients traveling from a wide geographical area for the opportunity to deliver vaginally after one or two previous cesarean sections.
In 2024, Dr. Jacob’s NTSV rate was 8% (average rate in NYS was 23%), and her total C-section rate was 18% (average rate in NYS was 33%).
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Northwell Health
Dr. Jacob is a member doctor at Northwell Health Physician Partners
Castle Connolly
Dr. Jacob is regularly listed as a top doctor on Castle Connolly
NY Top Docs
Dr. Jacob is voted one of NY's top doctors on NY Top Docs
Features
Dr. Jacob has been featured in Newsday
Education and Training
Undergraduate
Dr. Jessica Jacob graduated from New York University Phi Beta Cappa and Magna Cum Laude in 1978.
Medical School
Dr. Jacob graduated from NYU Medical School in 1983
OBGYN Residency
Dr. Jacob completed her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at North Shore University Hospital.
Current Position
Dr. Jacob is affiliated with Northwell Health at North Shore University Hospital and holds a faculty position at Hofstra School of Medicine.