Dr. Melissa L. Somers, MD | Petoskey, MI | Otolaryngologist

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Dr. Melissa Somers treats sinusitis, deviated nasal septum, and chronic sinusitis, and performs endoscopic sinus surgery and nasal endoscopy. She practices otolaryngology–head and neck surgery with 20 years of experience and is affiliated with McLaren Northern Michigan and Aspen Valley Hospital. Dr. Somers earned her medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Sciences and sees patients in Petoskey and Boyne City, Michigan. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Somers 4.4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

4.5

11 Ratings
20 years of experience
speaks English
Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences
7 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
2 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Female

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

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Dr. Somers' Ratings and Reviews

4.5

11 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 6 Minutes

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I was told I needed my tonsils out and had a lesion that old be cancer. She said I needed to have surgery within 2 weeks bc of lesion. I went to two other ent's to get another opinion. Nothing was wrong. Tonsils were fine!No lesion!

September 6th, 2019

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From the minute I walked in all my fears melted. The staff is professional. Dr Somers explained everything and treated me like a long time friend. Her bed side manners is of real concern for the patient. I left understanding all my options and new she would make sure I was happy.

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

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October 12th, 2018

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A very caring place that makes you feel like they listen and really spend the time to understand your problem.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 21st, 2017

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Dr. Sommers and all of her staff make me feel that I am the most important person in the whole world. They always go out of their way to help me with my hearing situation. I would highly recommend this office to anyone.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 12th, 2017

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A doctor that listens and has and gives direct answers.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 26th, 2017

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A doctor that listens and has and gives actual answers.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 26th, 2017

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Dr Somers listens to you concerns and answers you questions. She went over the CAT scan in detail and even went back to it to answer questions. She was clear on your treatment alternatives and their impact.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 15th, 2017

Mclaren Northern Michigan

416 Connable AvePetoskey, MI 49770

Tel: (231) 487-4000

Northern Michigan Surgical Suites Llc

825 Moll DrBoyne City, MI 49712

Tel: (231) 497-1031

Mon7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Fri7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Dr. Melissa Linnae Somers, MD	Dr. Henry Lawrence Singer	Dr. Eric Ross Snyder, MD	Dr. Thomas Russell Spooner, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
		Accepts New Patients
4.5 (11 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	4.4 (5 Ratings)	3.3 (10 Ratings)
20 Years of Experience	62 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience	62 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Petoskey , MI	Petoskey , MI	Traverse City , MI	Petoskey , MI
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences	Med School: Northwestern University	Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Iowa Roy J And Lucille A Carver College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery

Allergies
Chronic Sinusitis
Deviated Septum
Facial Trauma
Hearing Loss
Polyps
Smell Disorders
Swallowing Disorders
Tumors

Dr. Melissa Linnae Somers holds active and inactive medical licenses in the states of Colorado and Michigan.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Colorado that expires in 2027 and an inactive medical license in the state of Michigan that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences in 2006.

NPI Number

Dr. Somers' NPI number is 1083815559.

Dr. Kevin L Gietzen, DO
Plastic Surgery
28 Years Exp | Petoskey, MI
(45)
Dr. Howard John Beck JR., MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
48 Years Exp | Traverse City, MI
(2)
Dr. Henry Lawrence Singer
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
62 Years Exp | Petoskey, MI
(1)
Dr. Eric Ross Snyder, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
21 Years Exp | Traverse City, MI
(5)
Dr. Thomas Russell Spooner, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
62 Years Exp | Petoskey, MI
(10)

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Where is Dr. Melissa Somers's office located?: Dr. Melissa Somers's office is located at 416 Connable Ave, Petoskey, MI, 49770.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Melissa Somers affiliated with?: Dr. Melissa Somers is affiliated with Mclaren Northern Michigan and Aspen Valley Hospital.

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