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Dr. Laurence Jacobs, MD

Dr. Laurence Jacobs, MD

Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Laurence Jacobs, MD is a reproductive & infertility endocrinologist in Naperville, IL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital and Highland Park Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 116 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (116 reviews)

Practice

120 Osler Naperville, IL 60540
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Jacobs is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital McHenry, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Jacobs is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Jacobs specializes in the area of Obstetrics & Gynecology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Jacobs' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Jacobs

4.8

116 ratings, 43 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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Dr. Rodgers – Aug 08, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
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DG – May 25, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
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AB – May 19, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Kristen G – Apr 30, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Christa Houck – Nov 05, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Sep 01, 2020
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Noor – Aug 26, 2020
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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KS – Aug 03, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 06, 2020
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 01, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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JP – Dec 28, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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Elizabeth – Nov 22, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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Christy G. – Oct 31, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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CN – Oct 24, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
MP – Aug 10, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
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JLR – Jul 29, 2019
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 26, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 25, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 17, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
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2 people found this helpful
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Mar 21, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

As your doctor, I am committed to compassionate and respectful care. The measure of an excellent fertility specialist should not be based solely on pregnancy rates, but also on how patients feel about the care they receive. Most of my patients...read more

biography

Dr. Jacobs is a Mayo Clinic-trained Reproductive Endocrinologist and board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. He has been practicing medicine since 1975. He completed medical school and an Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at Northwestern...read more
  • Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Northwestern

    Undergraduate School
  • Mayo Clinic Rochester

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988
  • Northwestern University

    Residency Hospital, 1979
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1979
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology®
Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Dr. Jacobs is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    CCRM Fertility-Naperville Charles E. Miller MD & Associates120 Osler Naperville, IL 60540
    1
    Charles E. Miller MD & Associates1700 Luther Ln Park Ridge, IL 60068
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital

      4201 W Medical Center Dr
      McHenry, IL 60050
      Recipient of 33
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

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

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      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.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Highland Park Hospital

      777 Park Ave W
      Highland Park, IL 60035
      Recipient of 14
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

      View all awards
    • Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

      1775 Dempster St
      Park Ridge, IL 60068
      Recipient of 52
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      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.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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