Michael Jacobson

Michael Jacobson has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Michael is currently serving as the President and Co-founder of Georgia Retina, PC since July 2018. Prior to this role, they held various positions at Georgia Retina, PC, including being the Co-founder and VP from November 1994 to July 2018, and a Medical Staff at Georgia Retina ASC from June 2010 to the present.

In addition to their role at Georgia Retina, PC, Michael Jacobson has also served as a Board Member at EyeSouth Partners since June 2017. Michael has been a Medical Staff at DeKalb Medical since October 1994 and at Northside Hospital since July 1991.

Furthermore, Michael Jacobson has held key roles in organizations such as Confrérie de la Chaîne des Rôtisseurs as the South Central Chambellan Provincial since August 2020, and La Chaine des Rotisseurs as the Vice Chargé de Missions since 1998.

Earlier in their career, Michael Jacobson was a Clinical Assistant Professor at Emory University School of Medicine from June 1994 to July 1996. Michael has also worked as an Employee at Clayton Eye Center from June 1991 to October 1994, and at Thomas Eye Group, PC from July 1991 to September 1994.

Prior to their employment at Clayton Eye Center, Michael Jacobson served as a Clinical Assistant Professor and part of the University of Minnesota's Medical Center from July 1989 to June 1991.

Michael Jacobson has a strong educational background in the medical field. Michael began their education by attending Roger Ludlowe High School from 1970 to 1974. After completing their high school education, they attended Dartmouth College from 1974 to 1978, where they pursued a degree in biochemistry, mathematics, and social science, earning a Bachelor of Arts (AB).

Following their undergraduate education, Michael enrolled at The University of Connecticut School of Medicine, where they studied from 1978 to 1982. During this time, they obtained a Medical Doctor (MD) degree, laying the foundation for their career in medicine.

After completing their MD, Michael Jacobson pursued further specialization by attending Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine for an internship in Internal Medicine from 1982 to 1983. Michael then enrolled at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where they completed a residency in ophthalmology from 1984 to 1987.

Subsequently, Michael took their education journey to the University of Illinois College of Medicine, where they completed a fellowship specializing in the field of retina, vitreous, and macula from 1987 to 1989, further enhancing their knowledge and expertise.

Apart from their formal education, Michael Jacobson also obtained certification from the American Board of Ophthalmology, earning Board Certification in September 1988, reflecting their dedication to maintaining high professional standards and continuously updating their skills in the field of ophthalmology.