Mrs. Melissa L. Somers MD
Ear-Nose and Throat Doctor (ENT)
560 West Mitchell Street Petoskey Michigan, 49770About
Dr. Melissa Somers is an ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor, also known as an otolaryngologist, practicing in Petoskey, Michigan. Dr. Somers specializes in diseases and disorders of the ear, nose and throat as well as other parts of the head and neck. Such structures an ENT may work on include the sinuses, larynx (voice box) and mouth in addition to the ear, nose and throat. There are seven areas of expertise that an ENT might specialize in, and these are: allergies; facial reconstructive surgery; head and neck; laryngology; otology/neurotology; pediatric otolaryngology; and rhinology.
Education and Training
Chicago Medical School
Board Certification
American Board of Otolaryngology- Otolaryngology
OtolaryngologyAmerican Board of OtolaryngologyABOto
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Faculty Titles & Positions
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Professional Society Memberships
- Academy of Otolaryngology, American Medical Association
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Excellent Training and Mentors
Hobbies / Sports
- Traveling, Cooking
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