Summary

Dr. Joann Somers specializes in obstetrics and gynecology, bringing four decades of medical experience to women's healthcare. She earned her medical degree from the University of Central Florida College of Medicine and completed her residency training at LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program and Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak. Dr. Somers holds board certification in obstetrics and gynecology from the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She provides care in English for her patients.

Dr. Somers practices at the RWJBH Women's Health Center in West Orange, New Jersey, and maintains hospital privileges at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. She focuses on comprehensive women's health services, including care for dense breast tissue and abnormal bleeding after menopause. Dr. Somers performs breast cancer screening procedures and abnormal Pap test evaluations to help detect health concerns early. Patients rate her care at an average of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 44 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program
  • 12 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

RWJBH Women's Health Center at West Orange

101 Old Short Hills Rd Ste 430West Orange, NJ 07052

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Obstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & Gynecology
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3.2 
44 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Russian
West Orange , NJNew York , NYNew York , NYBrooklyn , NY
Med School: University of Central Florida College of Medicine Med School: Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine Med School: Kuibyshev Medical Inst
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Joann Somers

  • 1199SEIU
  • 1199SEIU - HMO
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • APWU - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • EmblemHealth
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - HMO
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Montefiore HMO
  • MVP Health Care
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Transamerica
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO

Medical Specialties

Joann Somers has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Joann Somers has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Birth Control
  • C-section
  • Child Birth
  • Hot Flashes
  • Infertility
  • Menopause
  • Menstrual Pain
  • Pap Smear
  • Pelvic Exam
  • Pregnancy
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Joann Somers holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey. They are board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program, Wm Beaumont Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology; Wm Beaumont Hosp, Internal Medicine, and Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak in 1983.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Central Florida College of Medicine in 1982 and University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl in 1982.

NPI Number

Joann Somers' NPI number is 1821177064.

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Joann Somers speaks English.
Where is Joann Somers's office located?
Joann Somers's office is located at 101 Old Short Hills Rd Ste 430, West Orange, NJ, 07052.
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