Alison F. Jacoby

MD

Gynecologist
Director, Gynecologic Surgery
Director, Comprehensive Fibroid Center

Dr. Alison Jacoby is an obstetrician and gynecologist who specializes in treating fibroids, with a focus on alternatives to hysterectomy and minimally invasive surgical techniques. She founded the UCSF Comprehensive Fibroid Center to provide personalized care for women with fibroids. She also provides prenatal care but no longer delivers babies.

Jacoby's research focuses on new treatments for fibroids as well as on understanding factors that contribute to patients' decisions on fibroid therapy.

Jacoby earned her medical degree at Harvard Medical School and completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Tufts Medical Center. She joined UCSF in 1997.

  • Education

    Harvard Medical School, 1992

  • Residencies

    Tufts Medical Center, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1996

  • Board Certifications

    Obstetrics and Gynecology, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

  • Academic Title

    Professor

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Where I see patients (2)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    137 Ratings
    About our process
    Dec 15, 2024
    Dr Jacoby was very empathetic and took the time to discuss everything with me. I was very impressed by her
    Dec 13, 2024
    Dr. Jacoby has probably seen 1000s of these cases but still treated me and my situation individually and didn't just group into a similar situation. She also listened thoroughly which was new to me because no ob/gyn doc ever lets me finish! Thank you so much
    Dec 06, 2024
    Excellent provider: she took the time to provide comprehensive health education, review my questions and concerns, while as providing new treatment options.
    Sep 05, 2024
    Dr Jacoby was very good and explaining everything.
    Sep 04, 2024
    Very good experience, Dr. Jacoby very knowledgeable and thoughtful
    Aug 20, 2024
    Can never have enough words to say how wonderful Dr Jacoby is . She is not only extremely knowledgeable and caring , but makes sure patients feel very welcomed and at ease with all .Tha k you very much UCSF for haveing tbe best Doctor
    May 15, 2024
    Dr.Jacoby great positive energy to match her professionalism, knowledge and skill
    May 14, 2024
    Dr. Alison Jacoby is simply amazing! She has been my OB/GYN for over 20 years. She is consistently on top of her game - intelligent, insightful and kind.
    Apr 21, 2024
    SOoooo THANKFUL to have had Dr Jacoby
    Mar 29, 2024
    I experienced great care and eagerness of finding the best medical solution of my fibroids case. I was very satisfied with my appointment with Dr. Jacoby.
    Nov 11, 2023
    Dr. Jacoby and her team is great.
    Oct 26, 2023
    Dr. Jacoby is a very good listener and very patient. My visit with her did not feel rushed and she answered all my questions and more. She provided me with information on all my medical options and ultimately was able to help me make the decision best for me. Most of all , she showed care and concern.
    Oct 22, 2023
    Dr. Jacoby is wonderful! I feel seen, heard and cared for in her presence. She is patient and always explains things in a way that is comprehensible but not condescending. I appreciate that she doesn't usually seem eager to rush off to the next thing, because sometimes I can take a while to relax and formulate my questions.
    Oct 18, 2023
    Doctor Jacoby is a very patient listener, and she is very knowledgeable and loves to explain reasons to me. The best doctor I met. Thank her.
    Oct 17, 2023
    I came for second opinion and I have a complicated case of fibroids. As the provider saw that I had already gone to Stanford Fibroid center, I felt she was not too interested in going through what UCSF can assist with. My care and major surgeries were at UCI and moving here I decided to try UCSF as I was impressed with the care there. I did not get the same experience with UCSF or the provider. She didn't open my MRI or any reports to discuss in details. Did not show any interest of me following up with my options next year. Totally disengaged and again I think because I was coming for a second opinion might have made my visit not worth it. I feel my time, and my health concerns were not valued
    Oct 14, 2023
    Doctor Jacoby is great at what she does! Would highly recommend her!!
    Oct 14, 2023
    Dr jacoby was so kind and made me feel at ease about the surgery that I need
    Sep 21, 2023
    Great experience!
    Aug 24, 2023
    Dr. Jacoby is a great clinician and communicator.
    Aug 16, 2023
    Dr Jacoby was very clear and offered many options for solutions to my issue. We discussed all of them in order to come to best direction for me to take.
    Aug 15, 2023
    The best provider. She saved my life.
    Jul 29, 2023
    Dr. Jacoby was exceptionally kind and informative. I never felt rushed. She is a great listener and answered all of my questions.
    May 23, 2023
    I've been to many doctors and recognize the caliber, kindness, intelligence and gifted person Dr. Jacoby is. Dr. Jacoby listens, clearly explains and shares information with kindness and clarity. She is wonderful as a human being and as a surgeon and every care team member I met along the way gushed enthusiastically of Dr. Jacoby. I feel privileged to have been taken care of by her and recognize the rarity of her gift as a surgeon and as a person. The surgery gave me back my life and I can never thank Dr. Jacoby enough for that.
    May 23, 2023
    Dr. Alison Jacoby is the very best! She has been my OB/GYN for over 20 years and has done an amazing job.
    Apr 16, 2023
    Dr. Jacobi is a truly extraordinary doctor. Her knowledge of medicine is broad and deep. She always acts in the patient's best interest.
    Apr 07, 2023
    Dr. Alison Jacoby is everything anyone could ask for in a Dr with expertise in her abilities and humility and heart in her communications.
    Mar 14, 2023
    Dr. Jacoby was very informative and knowledgeable. She answered all my questions thoroughly. Her demeanor gave me confidence in making decisions.

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