About
Erica Frank, MD, MPH, brings an unusually broad foundation to her clinical practice. She graduated cum laude from Union College, completed a post-baccalaureate pre-medical program at Wellesley College, and earned both a Master of Public Health from Boston University School of Public Health and a medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine. Her residency in Internal Medicine took place at Lahey Clinic Medical Center, where she began her career as a full-time clinician teaching residents and medical students.
Dr. Frank spent five years as an attending physician at Atrius Health and twelve years at Lahey Clinic/Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. She directed the Weight Center at Lahey Clinic for three years and holds a particular clinical interest in obesity medicine. She has served as a clinical instructor at Harvard Medical School since 2009 and has received multiple teaching awards. Before medicine, she worked as a newspaper reporter and earned recognition from the New England Press Association. Outside of the office, she enjoys baking and spending time with family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Union College (graduated cum laude)
Medical School
Tufts University School of Medicine (MD)
Residency
Internal Medicine, Lahey Clinic Medical Center
Additional Training
Post-baccalaureate pre-medical program, Wellesley College; Master of Public Health (MPH), Boston University School of Public Health; Clinical Instructor, Harvard Medical School (since 2009)
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Frank right for?
Dr. Frank is a strong fit for adults seeking thorough, evidence-based primary and preventive care. Patients managing weight concerns or obesity benefit from her clinical focus and her years directing a dedicated weight center. She works well with patients who value a physician with academic depth and teaching experience. Her background in public health makes her especially effective with patients who want a broader perspective on their long-term health.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Frank specializes in internal medicine, preventive care, and obesity medicine. She directed the Weight Center at Lahey Clinic for three years and brings particular clinical depth to weight management. Her public health background also shapes a proactive, population-aware approach to primary care.
Dr. Frank earned her MD from Tufts University School of Medicine and her MPH from Boston University School of Public Health. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Lahey Clinic Medical Center, where she also taught residents and medical students.
Yes. Dr. Frank has served as a clinical instructor at Harvard Medical School since 2009. She has received multiple teaching awards over the course of her faculty career.
Dr. Frank has practiced for many years, including five years at Atrius Health and twelve years at Lahey Clinic/Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. That experience spans general internal medicine, preventive care, and obesity medicine.
Dr. Frank sees adult patients across a broad range of primary care needs. She has particular experience with patients managing weight-related conditions and those seeking thorough preventive medicine. Her multilingual practice environment also supports international patients.
Yes. Before entering medicine, Dr. Frank worked as a newspaper reporter. She earned recognition from the New England Press Association for her journalism work.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026