Dr. Joelle Jakobsen M.D.
Surgeon
6555 Coyle Ave Carmichael CA, 95608About
Dr. Joelle Jakobsen is a general surgeon practicing in Carmichael, CA. Dr. Jakobsen specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Jakobsen provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
Loma Linda University School of Medicine 1996
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS- Surgical Critical Care
Provider Details
Treatments
- Melanoma
- Skin Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Gallstones
- Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Sebaceous Cyst
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