Professional Role and Affiliation
Dr. Garo Garabedian, MD serves as an Internal Medicine Physician and Medical Director of Obesity Medicine at Lawrence General Hospital, located in North Andover, Massachusetts. He has held this role since July 2021. Lawrence General Hospital is recognized with multiple accolades, including 12 hospital awards and designation as one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals Award™ recipients for 2023 and 2024, ranking in the top 5% nationally for consistent clinical quality. This environment reflects a high standard of care and clinical excellence to which Dr. Garabedian contributes.
Dr. Garabedian practices through Community Medical Associates (CMA) under the Merrimack Health network and maintains primary clinical locations in North Andover and Waltham, MA. His contact practices include:
- Community Medical Associates, 575 Turnpike Street, Suite 22, North Andover, MA 01845 (Phone: 978-946-8480)
- Office location at 6 Lexington Street, 2nd Floor, Waltham, MA 02452 (Phone: 781-334-8748)
Education and Certification
Dr. Garabedian earned his Medical Doctor (MD) degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine in 2012. He completed residency and was Chief Medical Resident at Atlanticare Regional Medical Center (2012–2015). He is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in Internal Medicine and holds a diplomate status from the American Board of Obesity Medicine.
Clinical Expertise and Interests
His clinical practice emphasizes a patient-centered approach focused on:
- Medically supervised weight management and obesity medicine
- Chronic disease management with a focus on insulin resistance and hyperinsulinemia
- Cardiovascular disease prevention
- Management of type 2 diabetes mellitus and related metabolic disorders
Notably, Dr. Garabedian is one of the few physicians at Lawrence General certified specifically in obesity medicine, indicating a specialized expertise aligned with contemporary clinical needs in chronic disease risk factors and lifestyle intervention.
Professional Trajectory
- 2021–Present: Internal Medicine Physician and Medical Director of Obesity Medicine, Lawrence General Hospital, North Andover, MA
- 2020–2021: Internist at Steward Health Care, Waltham, MA, including a Hospitalist role focused on COVID-19 relief
- 2015–2020: Internist at Community Health Connections, Fitchburg, MA
- 2012–2015: Medical Resident and Chief Medical Resident, Atlanticare Regional Medical Center, Atlantic City, NJ
Language Proficiency
Dr. Garabedian is multilingual, fluent in English, Armenian, and French, which supports effective communication with a diverse patient population, adding cultural competency advantages.
Patient and Peer Recognition
Dr. Garabedian maintains a 4.7-star average rating on Healthgrades, based on 14 detailed patient reviews. Key positive attributes highlighted in reviews include:
- Thorough, deliberate care with excellent communication
- High patient trust and respect
- Efficient office operations with minimal wait times and friendly staff
He is recognized as a Patient Favorite Internist, demonstrating consistent patient satisfaction and reliable clinical care delivery.
Hospital Context
Lawrence General Hospital, affiliated with the Merrimack Health network, is recognized for excellence in clinical care quality and patient safety, which complements Dr. Garabedian’s clinical focus on prevention and chronic disease management within an advanced healthcare setting. The hospital’s receipt of 12 distinct awards and national ranking positions suggests a robust, quality-driven work environment. The hospital’s services in weight management and cardiovascular care align strategically with Dr. Garabedian’s specialties.
This detailed profile frames Dr. Garo Garabedian as a highly trained, board-certified internist and obesity medicine leader engaged in a nationally recognized hospital system. His expertise in metabolic and chronic disease management combined with his leadership role at Lawrence General Hospital positions him as a key clinical stakeholder within Merrimack Health's primary care and specialty services framework.
