Overview
Barbara Sommer is a Geriatrics provider in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Sommer is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Major Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
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Locations
401 Quarry Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Barbara Sommer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Barbara Sommer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Barbara Sommer by calling their office at 650-498-9111. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Barbara Sommer a top-rated expert for Major Depression?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Barbara Sommer is classified as an Advanced expert for Major Depression, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Barbara Sommer specialize in?
While Dr. Barbara Sommer is a Geriatrics, they have specific expertise in Major Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Bipolar Disorder (BPD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Geriatrics.
Does Dr. Barbara Sommer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Barbara Sommer has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Major Depression. You can view a list of Dr. Barbara Sommer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Barbara Sommer accept my insurance?
Dr. Barbara Sommer accepts most major insurance plans, including UnitedHealthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-498-9111 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Bipolar Disorder (BPD)Dr. Sommer isAdvanced. Learn about Bipolar Disorder (BPD).
- Major DepressionDr. Sommer isAdvanced. Learn about Major Depression.
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Dr. Sommer isAdvanced. Learn about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
- Experienced
- DementiaDr. Sommer isExperienced. Learn about Dementia.
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)Dr. Sommer isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
- Schizoaffective DisorderDr. Sommer isExperienced. Learn about Schizoaffective Disorder.