Dr. Heather HenriM.D., F.A.C.P.

Internal Medicine

at Caras Health — Portola Valley, CA

About

Dr. Heather Henri, MD, serves as a Clinical Associate Professor at Stanford University School of Medicine. A. in Biological Sciences from Stanford, receiving the President's Award for Academic Excellence. D. During her studies, she received an American Heart Association Internship at the NIH and completed two Howard Hughes Medical Institute Research Fellowships there.

Dr. Henri completed her internship and residency at Stanford Hospital, then joined the Stanford Medical Group and rose to Clinic Chief at the Blake Wilbur Clinic. In 2013, Stanford selected her as one of two physicians to launch Stanford Concierge Medicine. Over fifteen years as a full-time Stanford internist, she consistently earned the highest tier of patient satisfaction scores. She holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Fellowship in the American College of Physicians. The ACP has recognized her contributions extensively; she currently serves on the ACP 2027 Scientific Program Advisory Committee, one of only three primary care physicians in the country in that role. She co-authored the chapter "Hypertension: Context and Management" in the leading Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine, and the Annals of Internal Medicine named her a Top Reviewer. Dr. Henri joined Caras Health in 2019.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

Stanford University, B.A. in Biological Sciences

Medical School

Harvard Medical School, M.D.

Residency

Internship and Residency at Stanford Hospital

Additional Training

Two Howard Hughes Medical Institute Research Fellowships at the NIH; American Heart Association Internship at the NIH

Certifications

Board Certified in Internal Medicine
Fellow of the American College of Physicians (F.A.C.P.)

Conditions Treated

hypertension
chronic conditions
cardiovascular conditions

Who is Dr. Henri right for?

Dr. Henri is a strong fit for adults seeking thorough, relationship-driven primary care. Patients with hypertension, cardiovascular risk factors, or complex chronic conditions benefit from her clinical depth. Her background in preventive medicine makes her well-suited for patients focused on long-term health management. Adults who value a physician with strong academic credentials and research experience will find her a natural match.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Henri specializes in internal medicine and preventive medicine. She has particular expertise in hypertension, having co-authored a chapter on hypertension management in the leading Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine. She also manages a broad range of adult chronic conditions as part of her primary care practice.

Yes, Dr. Henri holds board certification in Internal Medicine. P. The ACP has recognized her extensively for her contributions to the field.

D. from Harvard Medical School. She completed her internship and residency at Stanford Hospital. A. in Biological Sciences from Stanford University with the President's Award for Academic Excellence.

Yes, Dr. Henri serves as a Clinical Associate Professor at Stanford University School of Medicine. This faculty appointment reflects her ongoing involvement in academic medicine alongside her clinical practice at Caras Health.

Dr. Henri builds a personalized health strategy with each patient starting from a comprehensive assessment. She addresses nutrition, weight management, exercise, and age-appropriate preventive screenings and vaccines. Her background in preventive medicine informs every aspect of her primary care approach.

Yes, the ACP has recognized Dr. Henri extensively for her contributions to internal medicine. She currently serves on the ACP 2027 Scientific Program Advisory Committee. She is one of only three primary care physicians nationally selected for that role.

Dr. Henri joined Caras Health in 2019. Before that, she spent over fifteen years as a full-time internist at Stanford, where she consistently earned the highest tier of patient satisfaction scores.

Yes, Dr. Henri completed two Howard Hughes Medical Institute Research Fellowships at the NIH during her medical training. She also received an American Heart Association Internship at the NIH. Her research background informs her evidence-based approach to patient care.

Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026