Expertise in
10
conditions

Dr. Virend K. Somers

Cardiology
MN - Heart
200 1st St SW, 
Rochester, MN 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
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Expertise in
10
conditions
MN - Heart
200 1st St SW, 
Rochester, MN 

Overview

Virend Somers is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Rochester, Minnesota.

Dr. Somers is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiac Ablation, and Adenoidectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 343 peer reviewed articles and participating in 8 clinical trials. Dr. Somers is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MN

Hospital Affiliations

Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

MN - Heart
200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55905

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.

8 Clinical Trials

A Prospective Incident Study of Arrhythmias in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
A Prospective Incident Study of Arrhythmias in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: February 05, 2026
A Prevalence and Incidence Study Investigating the Burden of Atrial and Ventricular Arrhythmias in Patients With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy and Sleep Apnea.
A Prevalence and Incidence Study Investigating the Burden of Atrial and Ventricular Arrhythmias in Patients With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy and Sleep Apnea.
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 26, 2025
Cardiovascular Effects of Adderall in Healthy Adults. A Randomized Clinical Trial.
Cardiovascular Effects of Adderall in Healthy Adults. A Randomized Clinical Trial.
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: January 14, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 4
Lowering Blood Pressure by Sleep Extension: a Randomized, Controlled Trial
Lowering Blood Pressure by Sleep Extension: a Randomized, Controlled Trial
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 06, 2024
Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Phase: Not Applicable
Cardiovascular Effects of Energy Drinks in Healthy Adults
Cardiovascular Effects of Energy Drinks in Healthy Adults
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: May 18, 2022
Intervention Type: Other
Study Phase: Not Applicable
Physiologic Effects of Sleep Restriction
Physiologic Effects of Sleep Restriction
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: January 20, 2022
Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Phase: Not Applicable
Pilot Study to Examine the Effects of Weight Gain on Adipose Tissue
Pilot Study to Examine the Effects of Weight Gain on Adipose Tissue
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: January 09, 2019
Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Phase: Not Applicable
Sleep Apnea and Vascular Function
Sleep Apnea and Vascular Function
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: November 13, 2017
Intervention Type: Other
Study Phase: Not Applicable
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343 Total Publications

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Approaches for Cardiovascular Genomics: A State-of-the-Art Review.
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Approaches for Cardiovascular Genomics: A State-of-the-Art Review.
Journal: Circulation. Genomic and precision medicine
Published: August 18, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Virend K. Somers

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Virend K. Somers?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Virend K. Somers by calling their office at 507-516-8195. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Virend K. Somers a top-rated expert for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Virend K. Somers is classified as an Distinguished expert for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), 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. Virend K. Somers specialize in?

While Dr. Virend K. Somers is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Heart Failure, and Atrial Fibrillation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Virend K. Somers participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Virend K. Somers has published 343 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM). You can view a list of Dr. Virend K. Somers's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Virend K. Somers accept my insurance?

Dr. Virend K. Somers accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 507-516-8195 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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