Dr. Glen C Jacob M.D.
Hand Surgeon | Surgery of the Hand
1175 EAST MOUNTAIN BLVD. WILKES-BARRE PA, 18702About
Dr. Glen Jacob is a hand surgeon practicing in Morgantown, WV. Dr. Jacob specializes in caring for hand, wrist and forearm problems without the option of surgery unless necessary. Many hand surgeons are also experts in diagnosing and caring for shoulder and elbow problems and tend to suggest non-surgical treatments such as hand therapy or physical therapy.
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