Dr. Richard M. Sommer, MD

Anesthesiology isn’t the first thing you think of on First Avenue. It’s the quiet specialty that keeps procedures smooth—whether it’s surgery, pain management, or diagnostic work. Dr. Richard M. Sommer, MD, operates out of 550 1st Ave, a building that blends into the hospital-adjacent rhythm of Kips Bay. The neighborhood hums with medical traffic; cabs, delivery bikes, and the occasional siren form the backdrop to a practice that deals in precision, not fanfare.

This stretch of Manhattan is dense with clinics, research labs, and teaching hospitals. Anesthesiologists here work across departments—pre-op assessments, regional blocks, sedation for endoscopies, and critical care support. The address puts Dr. Sommer within walking distance of NYU Langone’s main campus, a logistical detail that matters when timing is measured in seconds. No frills, just function—the kind of reliability that doesn’t advertise itself.

Reach the office at (212) 263-6343 for scheduling or questions. Directions are straightforward if you’re already navigating the medical corridor: pull up the map and follow the crowd in scrubs. You won’t find a storefront sign—just another door in a city that runs on expertise. Bring your paperwork; the rest is handled behind the scenes.