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Dr. Lynn Sommerville, MD

Dr. Lynn Sommerville, MD

Internal Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Lynn Sommerville, MD is an internist in Providence, RI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Brown University in 1981. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as The Miriam Hospital and South County Hospital.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

845 N Main St Ste 5 Providence, RI 02904
(401) 331-8338

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Sommerville specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Sommerville's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sommerville

3.9

17 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
71%
71%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
24%
24%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Jul 30, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 20, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 15, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Dawn B – Aug 24, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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May 29, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
The Woodlands, TX – Feb 02, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Providence, RI – Dec 16, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Lynn Sommerville, MD is an internist in Providence, RI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Brown University in 1981. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as The Miriam Hospital and South County Hospital.

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Brown University

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Office845 N Main St Ste 5 Providence, RI 02904
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • South County Hospital

    100 Kenyon Ave
    Wakefield, RI 02879
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    9% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • The Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave
    Providence, RI 02906
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Newport Hospital

    11 Friendship St
    Newport, RI 02840
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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