Overview
Christopher Lafond is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Traverse City, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 16 years.
Dr. Lafond is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Hernia Surgery, and Vertebroplasty.
Dr. Lafond is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, Surgery (General Surgery) - 2016. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Lafond is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1221 Sixth Street, Suite 300, Traverse City, MI 49684
1105 Sixth Street, Traverse City, MI 49684
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christopher A. Lafond
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher A. Lafond?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christopher A. Lafond by calling their office at 231-935-2400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Christopher A. Lafond a top-rated expert for Paget Disease of the Breast?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christopher A. Lafond is classified as an Distinguished expert for Paget Disease of the Breast, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Christopher A. Lafond specialize in?
While Dr. Christopher A. Lafond is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Christopher A. Lafond participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Christopher A. Lafond has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Paget Disease of the Breast. You can view a list of Dr. Christopher A. Lafond's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Christopher A. Lafond accept my insurance?
Dr. Christopher A. Lafond accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 231-935-2400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Lafond isDistinguished. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- Advanced
- AngiosarcomaDr. Lafond isAdvanced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Breast CancerDr. Lafond isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Lafond isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Lafond isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Lafond isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Lafond isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Experienced
- AcrospiromaDr. Lafond isExperienced. Learn about Acrospiroma.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Lafond isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Anal CancerDr. Lafond isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Lafond isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Anorectal AbscessDr. Lafond isExperienced. Learn about Anorectal Abscess.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Lafond isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.