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Dr. Christopher Lafond, MD

General Surgery* Age 42
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Dr. Christopher Lafond, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Traverse City, MI.
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Dr. Christopher Lafond, MD

General Surgery* Age 42
Traverse City, MI
Accepting new patients
Dr. Christopher Lafond, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Traverse City, MI.

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Dr. Christopher Lafond, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Traverse City, MI. They graduated from Ben Gurion University of The Negev / Faculty of Health Science. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Munson Medical Center. At present, Dr. Lafond received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Lafond is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Wound Repair
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Wound Repair
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Wound Repair
Abdominal Pain
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Ileus
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Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Rib Fracture
Ventral Hernia
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Biopsy of Breast
Breast Reconstruction
Colectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Lumpectomy
Mastectomy
Thoracentesis
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Varices
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Lung Cancer
Lymphangioma
Meckel's Diverticulum
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Anoscopy
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Augmentation Cystoplasty
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Colostomy
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Parathyroidectomy
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Port Placements or Replacements
Proctectomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thyroid Biopsy
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon

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Locations

  1. 1 Traverse General Surgery & Trauma Care
    1221 Sixth St Ste 300, Traverse City, MI 49684
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (231) 935-2400
  2. 2 Kalkaska Memorial Health Center
    419 S Coral St, Kalkaska, MI 49646
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (231) 258-7777
  3. 3 Munson Medical Center
    1105 Sixth St, Traverse City, MI 49684
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (231) 935-5000

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Feb 08, 2023
I have seen him twice. He doesn’t just jump into doing surgery. Makes sure that all tests are done before scheduling surgery. Very personable. Spends as much time as needed with you. I would highly recommend him.
Deb H — Feb 08, 2023
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Ben Gurion University of The Negev / Faculty of Health Science
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Christopher Lafond, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lafond's profile.

Dr. Christopher Lafond, MD is affiliated with Munson Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Christopher Lafond, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Munson Medical Center

    1105 Sixth St, Traverse City, MI