Dr. Donald Hess

Biography

Donald Hess, MD, FACS is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, where he specializes in minimally invasive bariatric surgery. He has extensive training and expertise in laparoscopic methods, including sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass, as well as revision bariatric surgery. His interests extend to robotic surgery and complex hernia surgeries. Dr. Hess has been involved in surgical education as the program director for the general surgery residency and has served on various committees related to medical education. He is actively involved with professional organizations such as the Association of Program Directors in Surgery and has been recognized multiple times in Boston Magazine’s “Top Docs” issue. A graduate of Williams College, he obtained his medical degree from the University of Rochester. His clinical practice is located at Boston Medical Center, where he leads the Section of Minimally Invasive Weight Loss Surgery.

Research Interests

Experience