Overview

Dr. Heather Ford specializes in surgery with a focus on plastic surgery, bringing 21 years of experience to her practice. She provides comprehensive surgical care, helping patients achieve their aesthetic and reconstructive goals through advanced plastic surgery techniques. Dr. Ford earned her medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and practices at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, where she serves patients in Burlington and Peabody, Massachusetts. She is fluent in English and maintains multiple practice locations to serve her community’s needs. Her affiliation with Lahey Hospital and Medical Center ensures patients have access to comprehensive medical resources and support throughout their care.

Education

Medical School
Tufts University School of Medicine
2005

Residency
Lahey Clinic
General Surgery Residency, 2005 – 2010

Fellowship
Lahey Clinic
lastic Surgery, 2010 – 2011

Certification

American Board of Surgery
Board Certified in General Surgery

Licensure

MA State Medical License
2011 – 2027

NPI #

1760653141

Specialties

Dr. Heather Ford, MD, specializes in bariatric surgery and the surgical treatment of obesity in both adults and pediatric patients. Her expertise includes sleeve gastrectomy, adjustable gastric banding, gastric bypass surgery, gastrectomy, gastric restrictive procedures, and revision of gastric anastomosis or restrictive procedures. She also performs gastrotomy, laparotomy, and robotic Heller myotomy for the treatment of achalasia.

Bariatric Surgeries Performed

Dr. Heather Ford, MD, performs a comprehensive range of bariatric procedures designed to support significant and long-term weight loss. Her surgical expertise includes sleeve gastrectomy, adjustable gastric banding, gastric bypass surgery, gastrectomy, gastric restrictive procedures with partial gastrectomy or jejunojejunostomy, and revision of gastric anastomosis or restrictive procedures. She treats obesity in both adults and pediatric patients and provides weight loss surgery tailored to each patient’s needs.

Years of Experience

20+ years

Languages Spoken

English