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Dr. Barbara Sommer, MD

Psychiatry* Age 72
Dr. Barbara Sommer, MD
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Dr. Barbara Sommer, MD

Psychiatry* Age 72
Palo Alto, CA
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Barbara Sommer, MD is a Psychiatrist in Palo Alto, CA.

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Dr. Sommer graduated from NEW YORK Medical College. Dr. Barbara Sommer, MD is a Psychiatrist in Palo Alto, CA and has 45 years experience. Dr. Sommer currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Stanford Hospital. Dr. Sommer's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Sommer is board certified in Geriatric Psychiatry and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Anxiety
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Major Depressive Disorder
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Major Depressive Disorder
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Bipolar Disorder
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Panic Disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Psychotherapy and Psychophysiological Therapy (incl. Biofeedback)
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Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Anorexia
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Autism
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Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Combination Drug Dependence
Conduct Disorder
Conversion Disorder
Delusional Disorder
Depersonalization Disorder
Dissociative Disorder
Dissociative, Conversion, and Factitious Disorders
Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Drug Induced Dystonia
Drug-Induced Mental Disorders
Dystonia
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Eating Disorders
Homicidal Ideation
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Nondependent Alcohol Abuse
Nondependent Antidepressant Abuse
Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Nondependent Opioid Abuse
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Opioid Dependence
Phobia
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Prolonged Grief Disorder
Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
Schizoaffective Disorder
Schizoid and Schizotypal Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
Somatoform Disorders
Suicidal Ideation
Tobacco Use Disorder
Alcohol Misuse Screening and Counseling
Alcohol or Substance Misuse Screening and Counseling
Dementia or Depression Screening
Family Psychotherapy
Group Psychotherapy
Psychological Evaluation
Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery

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  • Blue Card PPO
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    Prudent Buyer Small Group CA PPO
    Prudent Buyer Individual CA PPO
    California Care Large Group HMO

Locations

  1. 1 Stanford Psychiatry Residency
    401 Quarry Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304

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Specialties*
Psychiatry
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • NEW YORK Medical College
    1979
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Geriatric Psychiatry and Psychiatry
Board Certifications
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Barbara Sommer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Sommer's profile.

Dr. Barbara Sommer, MD is affiliated with Stanford Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Barbara Sommer, MD holds board certification in Geriatric Psychiatry and Psychiatry.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Stanford Hospital

    300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA