Dr. Joann Somers, MD: A Trusted Leader in Women’s Health in Livingston, NJ

Delivering Personalized OB-GYN Care with Advanced Treatments and Compassionate Expertise

Dr. Joann Somers, MD, a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist, continues to set the standard for women’s healthcare in Essex County. With over 37 years of experience, Dr. Somers offers a comprehensive range of services—from prenatal care and urogynecology to minimally invasive surgeries and FDA-approved CoolSculpting—all delivered with a personalized, patient-first approach.

Dr. Somers earned her undergraduate degree in Chemistry and her medical degree from the University of South Florida, completing her OB-GYN residency at William Beaumont Hospital in Michigan. She has been a Fellow of the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology since 1989 and has served as an attending physician at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center (formerly St. Barnabas Medical Center) in Livingston since 1994. 

Her Livingston-based private practice, located at 22 Old Short Hills Road, Suite 204, is known for its full-spectrum care, including high-risk pregnancy management, pelvic reconstructive surgery, and vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) deliveries. Dr. Somers also specializes in urogynecology, treating conditions such as pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence with both surgical and non-surgical options.

Setting her practice apart, Dr. Somers personally performs all CoolSculpting procedures, ensuring the highest level of care and patient satisfaction. This non-invasive, FDA-cleared fat reduction treatment is just one example of her commitment to integrating innovative solutions into women’s wellness. 

Dr. Somers is affiliated with several professional organizations, including the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists, the American Fertility Society, and the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine. She is currently accepting new patients and participates in most major insurance plans. 

Learn More about Dr. Joann Somers: 

Through her findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/2703463-Joann-Somers-OB-GYN-Obstetrician-Gynecologist or through www.joannsomersmd.com

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