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Dr. Renee Jacobs, MD

Dr. Renee Jacobs, MD

Internal Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Renee Jacobs, MD is an internist in Needham, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from LUDWIG-MAXIMILIANS-UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH / DEPARTMENT OF ORTHODONTICS in 1985. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Newton-Wellesley Physicians-Primary Care (Needham)

1450 Highland Ave Needham, MA 02492

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Jacobs

3.2
21 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Incompetent
Told me at the time of 31 that I was in early menopause (later diagnosed by mass general with pituitary adenoma that required surgery). Tried to sell me products during yearly physical and admonished me when I was late for appointment rather than just having staff reschedule. I waited years to do this but cannot believe she is still practicing.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Bridgette – Dec 07, 2023
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Dr Jacobs is an outstanding PCP. Her interpersonal skills are beyond compare. Listens well and provides positive thoughts and feedback.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Wayne Johnson – Aug 27, 2020
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I have been her patient for over 30 years and have been very lucky to have her as my doctor. She has been nothing but outstanding. I see her every 6 months and always am satisfied with her services. I don't understand all these negative comments here.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Kathy – May 16, 2020
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an incompetent doctor with her head in the clouds
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Jan 17, 2020
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If you are seeking a PCP who is caringand attentive do NOT seek the office of Dr Renee Jacobs, Needham. Dr. Jacobs and her staff are rude and incompetent. She finds it beneath her to communicate with a patient via phone and fails to answer emails. Upon my last and final visit to her, Dr. Jacobs stated that if you want a Dr. to review test results to you on a one to one basis you should seek a concierge physician which I did. After, being a patient of hers along with my four family members I feel
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Jun 08, 2019
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She was my husband’s internist for over 20 years when she failed to diagnose Him with colorectal cancer. He died as a result of her inadequate treatment He was 54 years old in 2011. She should not be practicing medicine.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
11 others found this helpful
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Mar 30, 2019
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Dr. Jacobs dedicates a lot of time to her patients. I’ve been her patient for 17 years and she’s always been accurate. She is caring and compassionate.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Elaine in MA – Nov 21, 2018
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She's quite friendly on the surface, but once you start asking questions, she gets defensive, impatient and condescending. I hold 4 degrees, and research everything in life thoroughly. I also work with clients in a medical-based capacity. Her reactionary attitude is utterly unprofessional. Any compassionate doctor will welcome questions and address your concerns. HVMA's GP quality has degraded steeply in recent years. What a shame.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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HVMA Needham location in Needham ma – Jan 12, 2018
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This woman should be fired. She is the worst doctor I have ever dealt with; she is negligent and is an embarrassment to the medical community.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Brighton, MA – Mar 25, 2017
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Dr. Renee Jacobs, MD is an internist in Needham, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from LUDWIG-MAXIMILIANS-UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH / DEPARTMENT OF ORTHODONTICS in 1985. She is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Internal Medicine

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  • Framingham Union Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • Framingham University

    Residency Hospital, 1990
  • Ludwig-maximilians-university Of Munich / Department Of Orthodontics

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Newton-Wellesley Physicians-Primary Care (Needham)

Newton-Wellesley Physicians-Primary Care (Needham)1450 Highland Ave Needham, MA 02492
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    75 Francis St
    Boston, MA 02115
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital

    1153 Centre St
    Boston, MA 02130
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital

    2014 Washington St
    Newton, MA 02462
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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