Deborah L. Jacobson

Deborah L. Jacobson is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at University of Utah Health, specializing in Pediatric Urology. She practices at multiple clinical locations, including Primary Children’s Hospital, and has launched the robotic surgery program for pediatric urology. Her academic roles include serving as Associate Program Director for the Urology Residency Program.

• Education: Princeton University (A.B.), University of Pittsburgh (M.D.), Vanderbilt University (Urology Residency), Northwestern University (M.S. in Health Services and Outcomes Research, Pediatric Urology Fellowship)
• Current Studies: Pursuing an MBA to enhance leadership in academic medicine

Research Interests: Dr. Jacobson focuses on health services and outcomes research in pediatric urology, with specific expertise in hypospadias surgery, testicular torsion, cryptorchidism, and evidence-based care for pediatric urologic conditions. She also contributes to surgical education frameworks for junior faculty.

Publication Trends: Her work spans clinical outcomes, robotic surgery innovations, and health policy analysis, including studies on circumcision trends, DSD nomenclature, and postoperative complications. Recent articles address neurogenic bladder management and surgical education.

Scientific Awards:

• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
• ASE Surgical Education and Leadership Fellowship

Advising and Grants: No specific grants or student advisees are listed in the provided text, but her role in residency program leadership highlights her commitment to mentorship and surgical education.