Overview
Robert Sommer is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New York, New York.
Dr. Sommer is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Patent Foramen Ovale, Atrial Fibrillation, Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 34 peer reviewed articles and participating in 9 clinical trials.
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Locations
161 Fort Washington Ave, New York, NY 10032
15 N Broadway, White Plains, NY 10601
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.
9 Clinical Trials
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Robert Sommer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Sommer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Robert Sommer by calling their office at 347-378-4698. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Robert Sommer a top-rated expert for Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert Sommer is classified as an Elite expert for Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), 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. Robert Sommer specialize in?
While Dr. Robert Sommer is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Patent Foramen Ovale, and Atrial Fibrillation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Robert Sommer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Robert Sommer has published 34 articles and abstracts on conditions like Atrial Septal Defect (ASD). You can view a list of Dr. Robert Sommer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Robert Sommer accept my insurance?
Dr. Robert Sommer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 347-378-4698 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
- Elite
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)Dr. Sommer isElite. Learn about Atrial Septal Defect (ASD).
- Patent Foramen OvaleDr. Sommer isElite. Learn about Patent Foramen Ovale.
- Advanced
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Sommer isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Patent Foramen Ovale RepairDr. Sommer isAdvanced. Learn about Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.
- Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return
- Experienced
- Aortopulmonary WindowDr. Sommer isExperienced. Learn about Aortopulmonary Window.
- Cardiac DiverticulumDr. Sommer isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Diverticulum.
- Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy
- Congenital Arteriovenous ShuntDr. Sommer isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt.
- Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)Dr. Sommer isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).
- Cor PulmonaleDr. Sommer isExperienced. Learn about Cor Pulmonale.


