Florida Doctor Faces Charges for Alleged Patient Misconduct

Dr. Jose Jacob, a 65-year-old cardiologist from the Cardiovascular Institute of Central Florida, was arrested for misdemeanor battery after a female patient accused him of inappropriate conduct during a medical appointment. The patient reported that Jacob hugged her closely and kissed her twice without consent, following inappropriate personal questions. Investigators revealed that Jacob has a history of similar allegations, including a past incident in North Carolina that was settled as a civil matter and a recent internal complaint at his current practice that had not been reported to the police. Following the allegations, Jacob has been placed on administrative leave, and authorities are urging other potential victims to come forward. The investigation highlighted a troubling pattern of behavior, raising concerns about patient safety within the medical community. As of now, it remains uncertain if Jacob will face additional legal or disciplinary actions beyond the current battery charge.