Overview
Barbara Sommer is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California.
Dr. Sommer is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Dementia, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Schizoaffective Disorder.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
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 R. Sommer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Barbara R. Sommer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Barbara R. 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 R. Sommer a top-rated expert for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Barbara R. Sommer is classified as an Advanced expert for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), 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 R. Sommer specialize in?
While Dr. Barbara R. Sommer is a Geriatrics, they have specific expertise in Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Dementia, and Cerebellar Degeneration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Geriatrics.
Does Dr. Barbara R. Sommer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Barbara R. Sommer has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). You can view a list of Dr. Barbara R. 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 R. Sommer accept my insurance?
Dr. Barbara R. 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
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Dr. Sommer isAdvanced. Learn about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
- Experienced
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Sommer isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- DementiaDr. Sommer isExperienced. Learn about Dementia.
- Schizoaffective DisorderDr. Sommer isExperienced. Learn about Schizoaffective Disorder.