After college, Dr. Sommer attended the Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine (Scholl College) affiliated with Illinois Masonic Medical Center and graduated in 1988. From there he completed a surgical hospital residency in foot surgery at the VA Medical Center in Johnson City Tennessee where he gained experience in everything from diabetic foot care to reconstructive surgery. Dr. Sommer then decided to return home to Porter County to begin his practice where he enjoys the satisfaction of seeing his patients "get back on their feet."

In addition to practicing podiatric medicine and surgery, Dr. Sommer enjoys training and racing in triathlons. This has taken him to Hawaii, where he completed the Ironman Triathlon. He continues to train and compete in triathlons throughout the Midwest which adds experience and first-hand knowledge to the care of the sportsmedicine patients in his practice.

In 1996 Dr Sommer was selected a "Community Hero" by the United Way and was privileged to carry the Olympic Torch on its way to the Summer Games in Atlanta.

Dr. Sommer and his wife live in Valparaiso and have two children. The family is active in their church and it's various ministries and plan to remain residents of the great community of Porter County for many years.