Dr. Joshua Jacobs, MD
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Building 2, Suite 209
Walnut Creek, California 94598
Medical Expertise of Dr. Joshua Jacobs, MD
Joshua Jacobs, MD is a board-certified Allergist providing care to patients in Walnut Creek and Brentwood, California at Allergy & Asthma Medical Group of The Bay Area, Inc which he joined in 1999.
About Dr. Joshua Jacobs, MD
Dr. Jacobs is the Medical Director of Allergy and Asthma Clinical Research, Inc. and has published extensively in a number of peer reviewed medical journals. He is a member of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology; American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology; American Thoracic Society; European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology; and past president of the Western Society of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.
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Tips & Wisdom
Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic response to an allergen exposure. There are varying triggers of anaphylaxis, including allergy to foods, medications, insect stings and latex. Symptoms of anaphylaxis may include some or all of the following: skin flushing and/or hives; swelling of such sites as the lips, eyes, feet, and/or hands; cough, wheezing, shortness of breath, and/or chest tightness; hoarseness, throat tightness, and/or difficulty swallowing; lightheadedness or feeling of &ldquo...
Dust mites are microscopic insect-like creatures which are present in the home during all times of the year. Their main food source is human dander (dead skin flakes). The fecal material excreted by the dust mites is the actual allergenic substance. They tend to thrive during times of high humidity and in areas of the home where human dander is present in large amounts. Thus, dust mites are found in the greatest numbers in the bedroom, upholstered furniture, stuffed toys and carpeting. Symptoms ...
Patient Education Resources
Nasal Cromolyn This agent is available as a nose spray over the counter. It interferes with the ability of the body to release chemicals that make an allergic reaction. The spray is generally used 3-4 times a day and it is best used prior to any known exposure of allergen. Nasal Steroids Nasal steroids (triamcinolone (Nasacort®), fluticasone (Flonase®), mometasone (Nasonex®), ciclesonide (Omnaris®, and flunisolide (Nasarel®) are available by prescription and recently...
Education & Training
- Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
- Internship/Residency: David Grant USAF Medical Center
- Fellowship in Allergy/Immunology: Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center
Dr. Jacobs completed nine years of service in the USAF and was the former Chief of Internal Medicine for the 28th Medical Group at Ellsworth AFB in South Dakota.
Professional Affiliations
Allergy & Asthma Medical Group of The Bay Area, Inc.
For more than 43 years, Allergy and Asthma Medical Group of the Bay Area has provided the best medical care to patients of all ages.
Allergy and Asthma Medical Group of the Bay Area (AAMG) is a leader in the diagnosis and specialized treatment of a variety of allergic conditions, asthma, and immunodeficiencies. Our team consists of thirteen board-certified physicians, as well as physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and other practice personnel.
We have offices in Walnut Creek, San Ramon, Brentwood, Pleasanton, Berkeley, and Vallejo. Our providers take the time necessary to properly diagnose all of your asthma and allergy conditions. We will come up with a treatment plan that works well with your lifestyle, so that you can get back to the activities that bring you joy.