Dr. Charles A Sommer MD
Orthopedist
94 South St Southbridge MA, 01550About
Dr. Charles Sommer is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Springfield, MA. Dr. Sommer specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Sommer tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, spine, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee.
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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Awards
- Fellow, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
- Assistant Professor Orthopedic Surgery
- U Mass Medical School
Fellowships
- University of Massachusetts
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