Deborah L. Jacobson
( out of 55 reviews )

Deborah L. Jacobson, MD, MS

Languages spoken: Spanish, English

Clinical Locations

Idaho Falls Community Hospital

Pediatric Specialty Center
Idaho Falls
801-662-5555

Layton Parkway Clinic

Layton Parkway Clinic
Layton
801-662-5555

Primary Children's Hospital

Pediatric Urology
Salt Lake City
801-662-5555

  • Dr. Deborah Jacobson is an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Urology at the University of Utah. She is a board certified urologist and her practice is dedicated to children with urologic disorders. Her research is focused on radiologic imaging among pediatric urology patients, health services, and patient outcomes. Dr. Jacobson is a native of Apple Valley, Minnesota. She completed her undergraduate coursework at Princeton University and received her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh. She completed training in general surgery and a residency in urology at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. She completed her fellowship training in Pediatric Urology and obtained a Master’s of Science in Health Services and Outcomes Research at Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois prior to moving to Salt Lake City in August 2019.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Urology

    Patient Rating

    4.8 /5
    ( out of 55 reviews )

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    October 15, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    dr Jacobson was very kind and made sure my son and I felt comfortable and understood everything needed to know. she was professional but personable too. nice traits to find in a knowledgeable doctor.

    September 13, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    Dr. Jacobson was great with our son. She explained everything to him so he felt more comfortable.

    September 12, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    Es muy buena. Explica muy bien

    July 30, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    She was so awesome! She was so nice and very thorough and so good to my little boy! He loved her too!

    June 07, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    Dr. Jacobson was phenomenal with my son and took the time to inform us thoroughly.

    June 07, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    She was very kind, patient, and thorough. I appreciate her making an effort to make sure I understood our options and what treatment would look like. She was very welcoming to both of my kids, and humored my sons questions, even though he wasn't the patient. They both felt valued and listened to, even at 5 and 3 years old. That makes all the difference in a child's medical care. Thank you Dr. Jacobson!

    June 04, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    She was fantastic, on point, helpful and gave the support I need to take care of my babies needs.

    June 01, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    Dr Jacobsen made both my toddler son and I feel comfortable right away and confident with the plan. Would highly recommend!

    July 20, 2023
    RIVERTON CLINICS

    She truly cares and takes the time to think though your childs options and to explain them clearly to you. She makes a clear road map of what your future care options and goals look like.

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  • Dr. Deborah Jacobson is an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Urology at the University of Utah. She is a board certified urologist and her practice is dedicated to children with urologic disorders. Her research is focused on radiologic imaging among pediatric urology patients, health services, and patient outcomes. Dr. Jacobson is a native of Apple Valley, Minnesota. She completed her undergraduate coursework at Princeton University and received her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh. She completed training in general surgery and a residency in urology at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. She completed her fellowship training in Pediatric Urology and obtained a Master’s of Science in Health Services and Outcomes Research at Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois prior to moving to Salt Lake City in August 2019.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Surgery -Primary
    Academic Divisions Urology
    Board Certification
    American Board of Urology

    Education history

    Fellowship Pediatric Urology - Northwestern University Fellow
    Graduate Training Health Services and Outcomes Research - Northwestern University M.S.
    Residency Urology - Vanderbilt University Resident
    Professional Medical Medicine - University of Pittsburgh M.D.
    Graduate Training Education - Fordham University M.S.
    Undergraduate Religion - Princeton University A.B.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Flink CC, Hobohm RE, Zhang B, Jacobson DL, England EB (2024). Effects of night-float shifts on cognitive function among radiology residents. Emerg Radiol, 31(5), 725-731. (Read full article)
    2. Cull JN, Jacobson DL, Lau GA, Cartwright PC, Wallis MC, Skarda D, Swendiman R, Schaeffer AJ (2023). Internal hernia with volvulus after major abdominal reconstructions in pediatric urology - An infrequently reported and potentially devastating complication. J Pediatr Urol, 19(4), 402.e1-402.e7. (Read full article)
    3. Cull JN, Jacobson DL, Schaeffer AJ (2023). Spontaneous and rapid transcanalicular translocation of a previously retractile testicle into the abdomen of a post-pubertal, teenage male. Urol Case Rep, 48. (Read full article)
    4. Matta R, Horns JJ, Jacobson DL, Schaeffer AJ, Wallis MC, Lau GA (2022). National trends and outcomes in the use of intravesical botulinum toxin and enterocystoplasty among patients with myelomeningocele. Urology, 166, 289-296. (Read full article)
    5. Lynch KA Jr, Brown RF, Steinhagen E, Jacobson DL, Malhotra N, Hendershot K, Brownson KE, Bialowas C, Abdou H, Smith BK, Miller M (2021). Transition from trainee to educator in the operating room: A needs assessment and framework to support junior faculty. Am J Surg, 223, 1112-1119. (Read full article)
    6. Jacobson DL, Balmert LC, Holl JL, Rosoklija I, Davis MM, Johnson EK (2020). Nationwide Circumcision Trends: 2003 to 2016. J Urol, 205(1), 257-263. (Read full article)
    7. Zambrano Navia M, Jacobson DL, Balmert LC, Rosoklija I, Holl JL, Davis MM, Johnson EK (2020). State-Level Public Insurance Coverage and Neonatal Circumcision Rates. Pediatrics, 146(5). (Read full article)
    8. DOro A, Rosoklija I, Jacobson DL, Finlayson C, Chen D, Tu DD, Austin PF, Karaviti LP, Gunn SK, Nahata L, Kapa HM, Kokorowski PJ, Kim MS, Messina AC, Kolon TF, Yerkes EB, Cheng EY, Johnson EK (2020). Patient and Caregiver Attitudes toward Disorders of Sex Development Nomenclature. J Urol, 204(4), 835-842. (Read full article)
    9. Johnson EK, Jacobson DL, Finlayson C, Yerkes EB, Goetsch AL, Leeth EA, Cheng EY (2020). Proximal Hypospadias-Isolated Genital Condition or Marker of More? J Urol, 204(2), 345-352. (Read full article)
    10. Johnson EK, Jacobson DL, Finlayson C, Yerkes EB, Goetsch AL, Leeth EA, Cheng EY (2020). Reply by Authors. J Urol, 204(2), 352. (Read full article)
    11. Jacobson DL, DOro A, Abdullah F, Barsness KA, Liu DB, Maizels M, Rosoklija I, Johnson EK (2020). Caregiver Reported Reasons for Delay of Neonatal Circumcision. Urology, 140, 143-149. (Read full article)
    12. Jacobson DL, Johnson EK (2019). AUTHOR REPLY. Urology, 140, 149. (Read full article)
    13. Shannon R, Jacobson D, Gong E, Lindgren BW (2020). Robot-assisted laparoscopic pyelotomy and ileal ureter substitution: video demonstration. J Pediatr Urol, 16(2), 255. (Read full article)
    14. Jacobson DL, Shannon R, Johnson EK, Gong EM, Liu DB, Flink CC, Meyer T, Cheng EY, Lindgren BW (2018). Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Reoperative Repair for Failed Pyeloplasty in Children: An Updated Series. J Urol, 201(5), 1005-1011. (Read full article)
    15. Jacobson DL, Shannon R, Cheng EY, Green JR, Rigsby CK, Schroeder SK, Malhotra NR, Rosoklija I, Holl JL, Johnson EK (2019). Adherence to the 2011 American Academy of Pediatrics Urinary Tract Infection Guidelines for Voiding Cystourethrogram Ordering by Clinician Specialty. Urology, 126, 180-186. (Read full article)
    16. Jacobson DL, Johnson EK (2019). Author Reply. Urology, 126, 186. (Read full article)
    17. Jacobson DL, Flink CC, Johnson EK, Maizels M, Yerkes EB, Lindgren BW, Liu DB, Rosoklija I, Cheng EY, Gong EM (2018). The Correlation between Serial Ultrasound and Diuretic Renography in Children with Severe Unilateral Hydronephrosis. J Urol, 200(2), 440-447. (Read full article)
    18. Jacobson DL, Johnson EK (2017). Varicoceles in the pediatric and adolescent population: threat to future fertility? Fertil Steril, 108(3), 370-377.
    19. Johnson EK, Malhotra NR, Shannon R, Jacobson DL, Green J, Rigsby CK, Holl JL, Cheng EY (2017). Urinary tract infection after voiding cystourethrogram. J Pediatr Urol, 13(4), 384.e1-384.e7.
    20. Jacobson DL, Thomas JC, Pope J 4th, Tanaka ST, Clayton DB, Brock JW 3rd, Adams MC (2017). Update on Continent Catheterizable Channels and the Timing of their Complications. J Urol, 197(3 Pt 2), 871-876. (Read full article)
    21. Jacobson DL, Johnson EK (2016). Editorial Comment. J Urol, 197(3 Pt 2), 917. (Read full article)
    22. Dovey S, McIntyre K, Jacobson D, Catov J, Wakim A (2011). Is a premature rise in luteinizing hormone in the absence of increased progesterone levels detrimental to pregnancy outcome in GnRH antagonist in vitro fertilization cycles. Fertil Steril, 96(3), 585-9.
    23. Prevedello DM, Barges-Coll J, Fernandez-Miranda JC, Morera V, Jacobson D, Madhok R, dos Santos MC, Zanation A, Snyderman CH, Gardner P, Kassam AB, Carrau R (2009). Middle turbinate flap for skull base reconstruction: cadaveric feasibility study. Laryngoscope, 119(11), 2094-8.

    Review

    1. Jacobson DL, Lau GA (2023). Outcomes of Current Bladder Outlet Techniques for Neurogenic Bladder Dysfunction. [Review]. Curr Bladder Dysfunct Rep, 18(4), 333-345. (Read full article)

    Book Chapter

    1. Jacobson DL, Cheng EY, Lindgren BW (2019). Secondary UPJ Management and Reoperative Pyeloplasty. In Mohan S. Gundeti (Ed.), Surgical Techniques in Pediatric and Adolescent Urology (1st). New Delhi: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers.
    2. Jacobson DL, Yerkes EB (In Press). Ambiguous Genitalia. In Kevin C. Chung (Ed.), Operative Techniques in Plastic Surgery (1). Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer.