Dr. Paul Jacob is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in the replacement of the hip and knee joint as well as revision hip and knee replacement. A native of Akron, OH, he began his medical career as a physical therapist. After graduating from Walsh University with a master’s degree in physical therapy, he went on to become a board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist. He became the director of physical therapy for Kent State University in Kent, Ohio prior to returning to medical school.
Dr. Paul Jacob is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in the replacement of the hip and knee joint as well as revision hip and knee replacement. A native of Akron, OH, he began his medical career as a physical therapist. After graduating from Walsh University with a master’s degree in physical therapy, he went on to become a board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist. He became the director of physical therapy for Kent State University in Kent, Ohio prior to returning to medical school.
Dr. Paul Jacob is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in the replacement of the hip and knee joint as well as revision hip and knee replacement. A native of Akron, OH, he began his medical career as a physical therapist. After graduating from Walsh University with a master’s degree in physical therapy, he went on to become a board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist. He became the director of physical therapy for Kent State University in Kent, Ohio prior to returning to medical school.
He attended medical school at Ohio University and completed an orthopedic surgery residency at Doctors Hospital and Grant Medical Center in Columbus Ohio. He went on to complete a prestigious fellowship in adult reconstruction at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic (one of the top three orthopedic hospitals in the world as ranked by US News and World Report). While at the Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Jacob was trained on the latest techniques in both surgical and non-surgical treatment of advanced joint disease.
He has a vibrant academic side to his practice. He serves as a reviewer for the Journal of Arthroplasty and has an extensive background in clinical research. Dr. Jacob is the author of several Peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters.
Dr. Jacob brings cutting edge techniques and technology to the Oklahoma City area. He has extensive training in minimally invasive, rapid recovery joint replacement as well as robotically assisted hip and knee replacement. Dr. Jacob is a pioneer in outpatient joint replacement allowing some patients to go home the same day as their procedure and recover in the comfort of their own home. Dr. Jacob’s practice serves both adult and geriatric patients. He is married to his wife Leah (a native Oklahoman) and has two young children.

Very professional and informative. Explained everything and answered all questions. He put me at ease and I have full confidence in him.
Mr Jacob was very informative and gave me time to ask many questions which everyone he had a response to and for!! Very professional and seems to be VERY up to date and educated in his field!! Did it all with a smile as well!!
Very informative and answered my questions and helped me understand my surgery Thank You
Dr. Jacob is always on the cutting edge of technology and treatment options. He takes the time to talk with his patients and takes a long-view approach to solutions. He’s honest without being blunt. Highly skilled and highly trustworthy.
Dr Jacob’s took time to answer all my questions and explained the knee replacement surgery.
First/pre surgery visit with Dr. Jacob. He took his time explaining the knee replacement surgery and what to expect afterwards. I'm extremely confident of him, the surgery and final results!
Dr Jacob was very personable.
Great doctor and surgeon!!
He was great! Very informative. Answered lots of questions
Extremely kind and friendly. Took time to answer all my questions. Also very empathetic to my situation. Settled some fears and very hopeful for a great outcome