Dr. Torkom GarabedianMD

Internal Medicine

at Garabedian Pioneer Health — North Andover, MA

About

Torkom Garabedian, MD earned his undergraduate degree in Biology and his MD from the American University of Beirut. He completed an internship in Internal Medicine at AUB Medical Center, then spent a year there as a cardiovascular research fellow. During that fellowship, he led and contributed to multiple published studies on lipid management, coronary artery disease, and cardiovascular risk stratification.

Dr. Torkom Garabedian completed his Internal Medicine residency at Saint Elizabeth's Medical Center in Brighton, MA. During residency, he served on the Heart Failure Task Force and contributed to the program earning American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines Silver Plus recognition. He later joined Community Medical Associates as Medical Director, overseeing clinical quality improvement across a busy primary care practice. His quality improvement work appears in peer-reviewed medical literature. Dr. Garabedian holds board certification in both Internal Medicine (ABIM) and Obesity Medicine (ABOM). He speaks English, French, Armenian, Arabic, and some Spanish. He serves as the founder and pastor of an evangelical church in Belmont, MA, and spends his personal time with his wife and three children.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

American University of Beirut, Biology

Medical School

American University of Beirut (AUB)

Residency

Internal Medicine, Saint Elizabeth's Medical Center, Brighton, MA

Fellowship

Cardiovascular Research Fellow, American University of Beirut Medical Center

Additional Training

Internship in Internal Medicine, American University of Beirut Medical Center; Former Medical Director, Community Medical Associates

Certifications

Board Certified, Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Board Certified, Obesity Medicine (ABOM)

Languages

English, French, Armenian, Arabic, Spanish

Conditions Treated

cardiovascular disease
obesity
lipid disorders
coronary artery disease
chronic disease
preventive care
heart failure

Who is Dr. Garabedian right for?

Dr. Torkom Garabedian is well suited for adults with cardiovascular risk factors, lipid disorders, obesity, or complex chronic conditions. His research background in coronary artery disease and cardiovascular risk stratification makes him a strong choice for patients with heart health concerns. He also connects well with patients who want a physician focused on measurable, prevention-first outcomes. Those who speak French, Armenian, Arabic, or Spanish may especially appreciate his language range.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Torkom Garabedian focuses on cardiovascular disease prevention, lipid disorders, obesity, and chronic disease management. He also brings expertise in heart failure care from his time on the Heart Failure Task Force during residency. His research background covers coronary artery disease and cardiovascular risk stratification.

Yes. Dr. Torkom Garabedian holds board certification in Internal Medicine through ABIM and in Obesity Medicine through ABOM. He trained at the American University of Beirut and completed his residency at Saint Elizabeth's Medical Center in Brighton, MA.

Dr. Torkom Garabedian centers his practice on prevention and long-term relationships. He focuses on helping patients understand their health risks and take meaningful steps before illness develops. He finds the most reward in building lasting connections with patients and seeing measurable improvement in their health over time.

Dr. Torkom Garabedian spent a year as a cardiovascular research fellow at AUB Medical Center. He led and contributed to multiple published studies on lipid management, coronary artery disease, and cardiovascular risk stratification. He also published quality improvement research from his time as Medical Director at Community Medical Associates.

Dr. Torkom Garabedian speaks English, French, Armenian, Arabic, and some Spanish.

Dr. Torkom Garabedian sees adult patients with a range of primary care needs, with particular depth in cardiovascular health, obesity, and complex chronic disease. Patients who want an evidence-driven physician focused on prevention tend to be a strong fit for his practice.

Dr. Torkom Garabedian trained and conducted research at the American University of Beirut Medical Center. He completed his residency at Saint Elizabeth's Medical Center in Brighton, MA. He then joined Community Medical Associates in North Andover, affiliated with Merrimack Health Lawrence, where he served as Medical Director.

Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026