About
Dr. Alex Sommers founded Astia Health in Marshfield, Wisconsin in 2014. He holds board certification in Emergency Medicine, bringing acute care expertise to a primary care setting. In 2023, he earned an additional board certification in Lifestyle Medicine. That credential reflects a deep personal commitment to preventing and reversing chronic disease.
Dr. Sommers treats hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, anxiety, depression, and a broad range of chronic conditions. He integrates lifestyle interventions and mental health support alongside traditional primary care. His own experience with chronic disease shapes how he approaches each patient. Over more than a decade, he has grown Astia from a single clinic into a multi-location practice serving individuals, families, and employers across Wisconsin and beyond. He remains passionate about expanding access to direct primary care throughout the region. Dr. Sommers also led the development of Astia's proprietary telemedicine platform in 2016, the first mobile telemedicine solution in Central Wisconsin.
Education & Training
Additional Training
Board Certification in Lifestyle Medicine (2023)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Sommers right for?
Dr. Sommers is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol. Patients dealing with anxiety or depression benefit from his focus on mental health alongside physical care. His Lifestyle Medicine certification makes him well-suited for patients seeking prevention-focused, root-cause approaches. Individuals and families who want a consistent relationship with their physician will find his model especially rewarding. Employers seeking an on-site or employer-sponsored care solution also work directly with Dr. Sommers and his team.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Sommers treats hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, anxiety, depression, and chronic disease broadly. He also handles urgent care needs, occupational health, and a wide range of in-office procedures. His dual training in Emergency Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine lets him address both acute and long-term health concerns.
Yes. Dr. Sommers holds board certification in both Emergency Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. He earned his Lifestyle Medicine certification in 2023, adding a formal credential to his focus on chronic disease prevention and reversal.
Dr. Sommers takes a prevention-first approach to chronic conditions. He draws on his Lifestyle Medicine training to address root causes rather than only managing symptoms. His own personal experience with chronic disease informs how he works with each patient.
Yes. Dr. Sommers provides care for anxiety and depression as part of his primary care services. He integrates mental health support with lifestyle interventions and physical health management.
Dr. Sommers founded Astia Health in 2014 and has led the practice for over a decade. During that time, he has expanded the model from a single clinic to a multi-location practice across Wisconsin and Missouri.
Yes. Dr. Sommers and the Astia team offer virtual appointments. He spearheaded the development of Astia's own telemedicine platform in 2016, making it the first mobile telemedicine solution in Central Wisconsin.
Dr. Sommers focuses on primary care, preventive medicine, and functional medicine. He also has deep experience in emergency and urgent care, occupational health, and women's health services.
Yes. Dr. Sommers and the Astia team handle workers' compensation injuries and offer customized occupational health services. The practice also conducts DOT exams and pre-employment screenings.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026