Dr. Somers, a recognized expert in breast surgery with more than 40 years of experience, believes in treating women as partners in their care because it puts them in control of their own health. Dr. Somers was a pioneer of breast conservation and under his leadership and expertise he created the breast health program at Einstein over 20 years ago. Fellowship trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering and recognized as a "Top Doc" by Philadelphia magazine, Dr. Somers has devoted his career to treating women with breast cancer and has helped thousands of women. In 2012 he received the Light of Life Award from Susan G. Komen for the Cure Philadelphia.
Dr. Robert Glenn Somers, MD
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Cardiovascular Disease, Surgery, Other Specialty -
67 years of experience -
Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia 5501 Old York Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19141
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Education Background
RESIDENCY
Albert Einstein College Of Medicine
MEDICAL SCHOOL
Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University - 1958
Location & Hours
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Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia -
5501 Old York Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19141
Specialties Treated
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Surgery
- Other Specialty
Conditions Addressed
- Breast Disorders
- Malignant Neoplasm of Female Breast
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