Mercedes P. Jacobson

Mercedes P. Jacobson is a Professor in the Department of Neurology at Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University. She specializes in treating epilepsy, seizure disorders, and women's health in neurology. Her research focuses on medically refractory epilepsy, health care disparities in epilepsy, and clinical trials in epilepsy.

Education:

• MD, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (New York, NY)

Research Interests: Her work addresses challenges in drug-resistant epilepsy, equity in epilepsy care, and clinical trial design. The publication trends reflect her expertise in epilepsy syndromes, neurophysiological diagnostics, and emergency interventions.

Scientific Awards:

• Best Doctors in America (Neurology, 2015-2024)
• Top Doctors (Philadelphia magazine, 2015-2025)
• Erick Burton Osberg Award (2017)
• Top Doc for Women (Philadelphia magazine)
• Best Doctors Award (Consumer’s Research Council, 2003-2017)
• Shining Star Award (2002)
• Physician Volunteer of the Year (2000)

Professional Memberships:

• American Academy of Neurology
• American Epilepsy Society
• American Clinical Neurophysiology Society
• Philadelphia Neurological Society

Board Certifications: Certified in Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology, and Epilepsy by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.