Brian C Jacobson, MD, MPH

Brian C Jacobson, MD, MPH

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4.900917 average rating from 109 patient reviews

Specialties

Affiliation

Mass General Brigham

Provider Locations

  • Waltham, MA
  • Boston, MA

Brian C. Jacobson, MD, MPH, FASGE, AGAF, is a gastroenterologist and the Director of Program Development for the Gastroenterology division. Dr. Jacobson cares for people with a broad range of gastrointestinal problems and has expertise in advanced endoscopic procedures for the diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal cancers.

Dr. Jacobson has an international reputation for conducting innovative and clinically-meaningful research, much of which was sponsored by the National Institute's of Health. His current research focuses on several aspects of colonoscopy quality and effectiveness.

In addition to publishing numerous research articles and book chapters, Dr. Jacobson has co-authored several guidelines and standards of practice for the gastroenterology community. He has also served in leadership roles within several gastroenterological organizations, and has received many awards for teaching, mentoring, quality improvement, and clinical care excellence.

Dr. Jacobson received his undergraduate degree from Amherst College, his medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and a Master's Degree in Public Health from the Harvard School of Public Health. He completed both his Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology training at Brigham and Women's Hospital, where he also served as Chief Medical Resident. He received additional training in advanced endoscopy at the Massachusetts General Hospital.

When not working at Mass General, Dr. Jacobson enjoys woodworking, baking, reading, and being part of a close-knit family.

Education & Training

  • Fellowship: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Gastroenterology, 2002
  • Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1997
  • Medical Education: Albert Einstein College of Medicine, 1995

Board Certifications

  • Gastroenterology, American Board of Internal Medicine

Languages Spoken

  • English

Age Group Treated

  • Adults

Patient Feedback

4.900917 average rating from 109 reviews

  • Dr. Jacobson is fantastic doctor

    2026-07-29

  • Outstanding provider. Expert knowledge and application, courteous, professional, thoughtful, timely, dedicated to craft in unassuming way, seeks patient input and highly responsive. An excellent provider - thank you!

    2026-07-29

  • The doctor saw me and respected me in a way that is very rare for someone with anxiety. He answered all of my concerns and made sure I had all information on tests and medication I could take.

    2026-07-28

  • Dr. Jacobson provided more detail regarding my case than I have ever received from other doctors, including reviewing my imaging. I now have a perfect understanding of my prognosis and options. This was greatly appreciated.

    2026-07-23

  • Dr. Jacobson is a wonderful doctor in every respect- knowledgeable, attentive, resourceful, helpful and compassionate.

    2026-07-22

  • Really enjoyed interacting with the provider and felt like he genuinely cared. He made efforts to get to know me better, made sure I had multiple chances to ask questions and offered to clarify anything. This time I didn't have many questions but I thought that approach is great for folks who may be hesitant to ask a provider out because they didn't want to inconvenience someone.

    2026-07-08

  • Dr. Jacobson always listens to my information about changes to my health and always considers what other providers have diagnosed and prescribed for me. He carefully considers my current health and always offers advice that considers my gastrointestinal health along with other health issues I am experiencing. Thanks to his ongoing care, my gastrointestinal issues are well managed.

    2026-06-24

  • Dr Brian Jacobson is an exceptional doctor who is extremely knowledgeable and compassionate. His office is incredibly proficient. I highly recommend Dr. Jacobson and his entire team.

    2026-06-15

  • Dr. Jacobson and his staff is beyond, they go above and beyond with the quality of care they give and their concern. Dr. Jacobson, he is so compassionate and is there to listen and an absolutely amazing doctor and his staff as well. Thank you.

    2026-06-13

  • Dr. Jacobson is a very conscientious provider with excellent bedside manner.

    2026-06-11

  • DR Jacobson- was patient and answerer all my questions

    2026-06-04

  • Dr. Jacobson was very personable and put me at ease. Was one of the best interactions I've had with a physician.

    2026-06-03

  • We were extremely impressed with the physician's ability to communicate clearly and truly care about us comma one patient one daughter patient . As M S W's ourselves, it was refreshing to see a physician who wasn't short of time.nAnd led by ego. We fel.nT he was caring, skilled,informed and informative. We command MGH- for selecting a physician of quality in personality. Is most physicians communicated like him?We would be a healthier community. Thank you again

    2026-06-03

  • They were very nice and professional and the appointment was on time.

    2026-05-18

  • Extremly professional with all aspects of our conversation.

    2026-05-07

  • I have been going through severe pain in my abdomen for seven months and this was my initial appointment with the doctor. He was amazing and very helpful. He also started me on a treatment plan and asked me to get back to him in seven days and also said if I need anything to message him personally on the portal and he would get back to me as soon as he could. I think this provider should get an A plus for the visit that I had. He was amazing and I can't thank him enough.

    2026-05-08

  • I am very satisfied with my visit. Dr. Jacobson spend enough time to talk with me about my situation. He has very good interpretation on my case. I have better idea for my problem and feel more encouraged after seeing him. Looking forward to see Dr. Jacobson in the near future.

    2026-05-06

  • Dr. Jacobson was very knowledgeable. He took the time to listen and address my concerns. He answered all my questions thoroughly. I feel confident that Dr. Jacobson provides the highest level of care.

    2026-05-06

  • I saw Dr. Jacobson a few days before my scheduled endoscopy. He was most courteous. He spoke to me about everything that bothers me about my medical history and he did everything to schedule the endoscopy procedure as soon as possible. He himself looked at the available appointments and possible cancellation. So I was seen four days after the appointment for endoscopy procedure. I was very happy how I was received and very happy how I was sent off home, reassured that I will get my results as soon as possible. That would be all.

    2026-04-24

  • Dr. Jacobson is an amazing doctor. I met him for the first time when I had my colonoscopy. He was a pleasure to talk to. and explained things well at my visit.

    2026-04-23

  • Knowledgeable and I appreciated discussing things at a technical and medical level versus watered down for the general public.

    2026-04-15

  • I have been given some many helpful answers regarding why I am suffering and many ideas how to get thru daily life . I may be able to go out someday and dinner with family and friends someday. I feel real help when my doctor / staff are with me

    2026-04-07

  • Dr. J. is highly invested in my health and care and it comes across.

    2026-03-29

  • Great bedside manor

    2026-03-19

  • The provider was familiar with my medical history and was very informative.

    2026-03-16

  • very professional .

    2026-03-02

  • Excellent, caring, and knowledgeable!

    2026-02-24

  • It was a very nice experience visit

    2026-02-25

  • He's the best doctor I have.

    2026-02-04

  • Friendly, doesn't talk down to you, very helpful, didn't feel like I wasted my time and better than most doctors that I have seen.

    2026-02-04

  • Dr. Jacobson is trying unique techniques to understand where my problems come from. He is very kind, and genuinely cares.

    2026-02-02

  • Dr Jacobson was one of the kindest doctors with the best "bedside" manner I have ever encountered. Listened so well, asked what I needed, and was just generally such a nice person.

    2026-01-28

  • Always very happy and satisfied

    2026-01-19

  • He was fantastic as usual and has a great memory. He remembers me, remembers what I did for a living. Very good.

    2026-01-01

  • An outstanding doctor with an outstanding manner.

    2025-12-16

  • Dr Jacobson is the best. He is extremely knowledgeable, accommodating and a pleasure to work with as my healthcare provider.

    2025-12-18

  • Dr. Jacobson is an excellent doctor. He listens carefully. He's very conscientious and very pleasant and knowledgeable. [redacted]

    2025-12-17

  • Dr. Jacobson is a top notch GI doctor who exhibits a high IQ and EQ. I'm grateful to have him as my GI doctor.

    2025-12-16

  • I felt heard and acknowledged

    2025-12-11

  • He is fantastic!

    2025-12-11

  • He is excellent

    2025-12-11

  • On time to the appt and spent alot of time with me.

    2025-11-27

  • Always good to speak with Dr. Jacobson. Caring and thorough doctor.

    2025-11-22

  • Dr. Jacobson is always responsive. He's always wonderful to talk to, knowledgeable, friendly, definitely as a patient it feels like he cares. [redacted].

    2025-11-20

  • Everything was good just more time to consult n exam

    2025-11-14

  • A pleasure. Alwaysgreat

    2025-11-05

  • Well, right from the very first time I went to him, he was amazing and I was so impressed and I was so happy because I waited so long to get him. And no, I would recommend him to everyone, everyone, because he is that good. All right, thank you. Bye.

    2025-10-30

  • I'm a very unique case and the doctor listens very carefully to my backgrounds as well as any relevant medical conditions. He is always very compassionate and understanding and willing to listen to my concerns or suggestions.

    2025-10-29

  • Kind, compassionate and inspires trust.

    2025-10-29

  • Dr. Jacobson is one of the most helpful, thoughtful, clinically knowledgeable doctors I have ever seen. At this visit , he reflected on how far I have come since I became his patient. It was one of the most supportive , accurate and kind things a person in the medical field ever said to me. Please thank him for me.

    2025-10-29

Accepted Insurance

  • Medicaid VT
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