What Makes Our Program Unique

Weight loss is not one-size-fits-all. Every person’s health, history, and goals are different, which is why our comprehensive weight loss program brings together medication (GLP-1), non-surgical, and minimally-invasive surgery options under one expert team.

At Emerson Health’s Center for Weight Loss, our physicians and care team take a unique, compassionate approach to help people lose weight, supporting patients from their very first visit through their long-term success.

David Lautz, MD, Medical Director of Emerson’s Center for Weight Loss, and Laura Doyon, MD, weight loss physician, explain what sets the program apart from others in Massachusetts and beyond.

A Judgment-Free Approach to Weight Loss

Too often, patients who need to lose weight feel judged when seeking care. Some weight loss programs even require patients to lose weight first befoer they see a physician to “prove” they are a good candidate.

Emerson’s team takes a different approach:

• Being heay or obese is treated as a disease, not a personal failure.
• No proving your worth before care—patients are accepted and supported from the start, even meeting with a physician at their very first visit.
• Compassion replaces judgment, creating a safe, empowering environment.

Physicians Meet Patients from Day One

At many weight loss centers, patients do not meet their physician until months into the process, or even the day of weight loss surgery. At Emerson, patients meet directly with a physician at their first appointment, establishing trust and developing a partnership early on.

“Our approach is a collaboration. Patients must do their part, but we also make sure we have done ours.” – Dr. Lautz

A Team Dedicated Solely to Weight Loss

Unlike other centers where staff may split time between different specialties, Emerson’s program has a fully dedicated weight loss team:

• Physicians with many years of experience who specialize in weight loss and bring expertise and compassion to every patient.
• Front desk staff who bring warmth, kindness, and encouragement from the very first call.
• Nurse practitioners and physician assistants who work closely with patients and the entire team.

This specialized team understands the challenges of losing weight and provides consistent, expert support.

For patients who begin with medical weight loss, we emphasize close medical supervision and long-term health. Patient receive nutrition counseling, regular follow-up, and oing oing monitoring of muscle mass and metabolic health using advanced tools to preserve strength, prevent complications, and support long-term healthy results.

For patients who may benefit from a procedure such as endoscopic weight loss, or surgery, our team provides education about appropriate procedures and works with you to choose the option that best fits your health needs and lifestyle. You are supported every step of the way with nutrition counseling, structured follow-up, access to support groups and a community of people on similar journeys.

A Clinic Designed for Comfort and Respect

Every detail of our clinic is designed with patients in mind:

• Comfortable seating and exam tables specific for our patients.
• Accessible clinic and free and easy parking on-site to reduce walking long distances.
• All services under one roof—physicians, nutrition, medical weight loss and surgical weight loss staff all located in the same office.

By eliminating barriers and discomfort, patients can focus on healing and long-term success.

Long-Term Success Through Trust

Our approach focuses on losing weight and maintaining healthy results for life. Emerson’s program emphasizes trust and ongoing support:

• Patients are encouraged to return for follow-ups without fear of judgment, even if they struggle.
• Advanced tools such as body composition analysis are used to ensure muscle mass and strength are preserved throughout your weight loss journey – supporting long-term health and wellness.
• Physicians and staff work together to adjust care plans, ensuring your health results and goals remain aligned.
• This non-judgmental partnership helps prevent setbacks and strengthens long-term outcomes.

Transforming Health and Quality of Life

For many patients, the most powerful outcomes extend beyond medical improvements:

• Reversing chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.
• Restoring confidence and reducing the shame often tied to being overweight.
• Unlocking new opportunities—from pursuing a new career to traveling or starting relationships.

“We are not just lengthening lives. We are improving the quality of life in ways patients never imagined possible.” – Dr. Lautz

Key Takeaways

• What makes Emerson’s weight loss program unique?
  Compassionate, judgment-free care, meeting with a physician at your first appointment, a dedicated team, advanced tools to ensure long-term health and wellness, and a clinic designed for patient comfort.
• Do patients meet the physician during the first visit?
  Yes. Unlike other programs, patients meet directly with an experienced weight loss physician, either Dr. Lautz or Dr. Doyon, at the very first visit.
• How does Emerson support long-term success?
  Through trust, non-judgmental care, regular follow-up appointments, and a dedicated multidisciplinary team.

Begin Your Journey at Emerson Health

At Emerson, every patient’s journey is personal. From the first call to years after weight loss, our entire team is committed to your success.