Improve your health. Change your life.
Emerson Hospital. The right choice for right loss surgery.
At Emerson Hospital, we treat obesity as a disease and take a holistic, one-on-one approach with every patient. Our empathetic team of surgeons, dietitians, behavioral health/social workers, patient navigators, physician assistants and patient coordinators will work together to help identify the right weight loss solution for you.
We perform the following minimally-invasive weight loss surgeries:
- Gastric Bypass Surgery
- Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Gastric Banding
- Revisional Bariatric Surgery
At Emerson, we go to great lengths to ensure your weight loss journey is a success, both pre- and post-surgery.
Our state-of-the-art clinic
The Center for Weight Loss is one of the only clinics in the region specifically designed with the patient in mind —from the waiting room chairs to special clinical equipment to private check-out areas. Furthermore, the Center is credentialed by the American College of Surgeons as a Level 1A Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence.
The Center is located at: 54 Baker Avenue Extension, Suite 101 in Concord, MA.
When you're ready, we're here for you
Life-changing weight loss starts with a single life-changing decision. We encourage you to attend one of our free information sessions or schedule a consultation with one of our specialists by calling 978-369-1400.
DAVID LAUTZ, MD, FACS
Dr. Lautz has received numerous awards in recognition of his commitment to his profession, patients and the community. They include the Partners in Excellence Award from Partners HealthCare (2006, 2007, 2012); Compassionate Caregiver Award, Honorable Mention, from the Kenneth B. Schwartz Center (2008); and the Most Compassionate Doctor Award (2009, 2010) and the National Patients' Choice Award (2008 - 2011) from vitals.com and MDx Medical, Inc. Dr. Lautz has completed more than 5,000 bariatric surgical procedures.
LAURA DOYON, MD, FACS
Dr. Doyon is fellowship/specialty-trained in surgery for weight loss and upper digestive disorders such as gastroesophageal reflux, paraesophageal/hiatal hernias, and achalasia. She is certified by the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. During her residency program at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, she served as the administrative chief resident and was awarded the 2013 House Staff Excellence in Teaching award and the 2014 Arthur A. Aufses Sr. Award, which is designated to a single graduating chief resident in recognition of excellence in clinical surgery and teaching. While at the Tufts University School of Medicine, she was recognized for achievement in the art and skill of the doctor/patient relationship.
Dr. Doyon is a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine, making her the first and only Bariatric Surgeon in Massachusetts to be also board certified by the American Board of Obesity Medicine
Meet our team and learn more about our procedures. Join one of our in-person or online info sessions today.
“Prior to weight loss surgery, I was pre-diabetic, my blood pressure was very high and my top recorded weight was 378.8 pounds. The team at Emerson Hospital helped change my life.”
Mikey Krajnak, Weight Loss Surgery Patient
Meet our Surgeons
133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner
Concord, MA 01742
Weight loss surgery at Emerson Hospital
We support your weight loss journey with:
- Psychological Counseling
- Dietitian Evaluations
- Follow-up Medical Care
- Access to Healthy Recipes
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Educational Resources