2940 Eldridge Pkwy,
Houston,
TX
77082
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About the Provider
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Education & Board Certification
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Professional Associations
Surya Jacob, MD, FAAP, earned her medical degree from Pushpagiri Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center in Tiruvalla, India, in 2013. She then relocated to the United States, completing her Pediatrics residence at Texas Tech University of Health Sciences Center in Amarillo, Texas, in 2018. Dr. Jacob joined Kelsey-Seybold in February 2024.
As a Kelsey-Seybold pediatrician, Dr. Jacob provides well child care and developmental and behavioral health for her young patients. She also provides treatment for acute illnesses, like respiratory infections, ear infections, and gastrointestinal issues, as well as chronic disease management for patients with conditions like asthma and allergies. Dr. Jacob is focused on growth and development, early childhood interventions, breastfeeding, and nutrition.
Awards & Publications
Awards
- Best All-Round Performing Medical Student, Class 2006-2012
- Top-Performing Student in Physiology and Forensic Medicine
- State Merit Scholarship, 2004, Government of Kerala, India
Publications
- Wolf Hirschhorn Syndrome- Poster presentation at TTUHSC Amarillo Research Day, 2017 Case Series of Wolf Hirschhorn Syndrome, Panhandle Health Magazine
Hobbies & Interests
Dr. Jacob enjoys reading (especially aloud to children), crafts, listening to music, and journaling. She also likes exploring new places with family and friends in her free time.
Medical School
- Pushpagiri Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center, 2013
Internship/Residency
- Texas Tech University of Health Sciences Center, 2018
Board Certifications
- American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics
Dr. Jacob is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics.