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Dr. Robert Sommer, MD

Dr. Robert Sommer, MD

Cardiology*
15+ years of experience
(212) 235-1519

Dr. Robert Sommer, MD is a cardiologist in New York, NY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Sommer has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from New York University Grossman School of Medicine in 2006. He is affiliated with medical facilities Newyork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center and New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Lawrence. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (22 reviews)
(212) 235-1519
Telehealth AvailableAccepting New Patients
161 Fort Washington Ave
New York, NY 10032

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Practice

CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion161 Fort Washington Ave New York, NY 10032
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(212) 235-1519

Dr. Sommer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise • Dr. Sommer specializes in the area of Adult Congenital Heart Disease. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital • America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Sommer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sommer

4.8
22 ratings, 6 with a written review
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ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT
Dr. Sommer is absolutely amazing. His education and experience is second to none but it does not stop there. Dr. Sommer is a gentleman and has an incredible bedside manner. I am always quite hesitant to trust others. However, I had no problem trusting Dr. Sommer. He saved my life and was so caring and patient with me. Barbara his nurse practitioner is also brilliant. I was blown away with her in depth knowledge and experience. She helped me every step of the way and was so responsive. I could not have asked for a better team to take care of me. I feel so lucky to be a patient of Dr. Sommer.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Siobhan – Oct 05, 2022
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5 years Dr. Sommer repaired a pfo in my heart. As I look back I continue to be so impressed with his confidence in his ability and also his confidence in the procedure and is also so humble and kind. I have been fine ever since. I feel so blessed to have been cared for by him. He will always be one of my favorite people.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Esther VanBuskirk – Nov 10, 2021
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I am 57years old and needed a PFO repair. During my initial visit to Dr.Sommer's office I was so appreciative that Barbara R and Dr. Sommer explained everything, didn't rush, answered my questions, I walked away feeling so comfortable. Yesterday my PFO was repaired, I was in excellent hands and can't rave enough about the care that I received. Thank you to all the nurses, technicians and Dr.Sommer!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Grace H – Sep 23, 2020
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Absolutely amazing human who happens to be a fantastic clinician and surgeon. When you have the surprise of your life and have to address a large congenital heart defect at age 45...you count your blessings everyday for Dr. Sommer!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Rachel in Allendale , New Jersey – Jul 24, 2019
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At age 65 I was found to have a hole in my heart. My cardiologist sent me to Dr. Sommer, and I cannot say enough good things about my experience having a PFO closure with Dr. Sommer. He has a terrific bedside manner and made the entire experience easy and almost a "non-event". He was available for questions and concerns following the procedure and always took the time to make sure that I understood what was happening. His follow-up appointments were always quick and easy. Highly recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Mahwah – Mar 03, 2018
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Dr Sommer implanted the watchman device -into my husbands heart appendage- He is extremely gifted,very nice manner,successful surgery -I recommend him highly-My husband has recovered beautifully.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
12 others found this helpful
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patricia ocallaghan in Rye, NY – Apr 16, 2016
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Robert J. Sommer, MD, is an accomplished medical professional and Associate Professor of Medicine at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. He currently serves as the Director of Invasive Adult Congenital Heart Disease at Columbia's Interventional...read more

  • Cardiology

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  • New York University Grossman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2006

  • Children's Hospital Boston

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Adult Congenital Heart Disease
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Dr. Sommer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Newyork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center

      622 W 168th St
      New York, NY 10032
      Recipient of 16
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      View all awards

    • New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Lawrence

      55 Palmer Ave
      Bronxville, NY 10708
      Recipient of 16
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      View all awards
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