Dr. John Sommer MD
Pediatrician
22 Bramhall St Portland ME, 04102About
Dr. John Sommer is a pediatrician practicing in Portland, ME. Dr. Sommer is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Sommer diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Sommer can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
International Medical School
Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine 2007
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
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- Anxiety
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure (hypertension)
- Pain
- Insomnia
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