Brian R. Jacobs, MD
About Brian R. Jacobs, MD
Brian R. Jacobs, MD, is a Professor of Pediatrics at The George Washington University, where he has worked since 2006. He has extensive experience in healthcare informatics and operations, having held leadership roles at various prestigious institutions, including Children's National Hospital and eClinicalWorks.
Work at The George Washington University
Brian R. Jacobs has served as a Professor of Pediatrics at The George Washington University since 2006. His tenure spans 18 years in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. In this role, he focuses on pediatric education and research, contributing to the development of future healthcare professionals.
Education and Expertise
Brian R. Jacobs holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a Master of Science in Biochemistry from the University of Oregon. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from Oregon Health & Science University. His expertise includes research informatics and health systems operations, with a strong emphasis on advancing patient outcomes through information system transformations.
Professional Background
Jacobs has a diverse professional background in pediatric medicine and healthcare technology. He worked as Vice President, Chief Medical Information Officer (CMIO), and Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Children's National Hospital from 2012 to 2019. Prior to that, he served as Critical Care Faculty at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center for 12 years. His experience also includes roles at Children's National Hospital and the Naval Regional Medical Center, San Diego.
Achievements in Healthcare Technology
Brian R. Jacobs has a history of remediating enterprise cybersecurity vulnerabilities to enhance healthcare delivery. He is recognized for building trusting relationships with board members, executives, physicians, and nurses, and for mobilizing diverse stakeholders around a shared vision. His work has significantly impacted healthcare operations and patient safety.
Current Role at eClinicalWorks
Since 2021, Brian R. Jacobs has been serving as the Chief Medical Information Officer at eClinicalWorks in Westborough, Massachusetts. In this role, he continues to leverage his expertise in health systems operations and informatics to improve healthcare delivery and patient care through innovative technology solutions.