About
Dr. Hillary Conkling is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician with 17 years of primary care experience in New Hampshire's Lakes Region. She earned her BA from the University of Vermont and her MD from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. Her residency in Internal Medicine took place at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston.
Dr. Conkling founded Lakes Region Direct Primary Care to give patients the time and attention that meaningful care requires. She focuses on health empowerment, helping each patient understand their conditions and take an active role in their well-being. She treats hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, thyroid disorders, asthma, COPD, and osteoporosis, among other conditions. Patients consistently describe her as thorough, empathetic, and genuinely invested in their health. Born and raised in the Lakes Region, she shares her life outside the office with her daughter and Australian Shepherd. She recharges through hiking, swimming, skiing, and yoga across all four New Hampshire seasons.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Vermont, BA
Medical School
University of Pennsylvania
Residency
Internal Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Conkling right for?
Dr. Conkling is a strong fit for adults who want a thorough, relationship-driven approach to primary care. Patients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, or thyroid disorders benefit from her internal medicine expertise. She works especially well with patients who want a physician they can reach directly and see quickly. Adults seeking comprehensive preventive care, annual wellness exams, and long-term continuity with one physician will find her practice well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Conkling treats a broad range of adult conditions, including hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, thyroid disorders, asthma, COPD, and osteoporosis. She also handles acute sick visits, preventive care, and chronic disease management. Her training in internal medicine gives her a thorough foundation for managing complex and overlapping health issues.
Yes. Dr. Conkling holds board certification in Internal Medicine. She earned her MD from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and completed her residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
Dr. Conkling earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Vermont and her MD at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston.
Dr. Conkling has practiced primary care for 17 years, primarily in the Laconia and Lakes Region area of New Hampshire. She founded Lakes Region Direct Primary Care to deepen her focus on patient relationships and accessible care.
Dr. Conkling focuses on health empowerment. She takes time to understand each patient's full picture and helps them take an active role in their own well-being. She holds appointments of 30 to 90 minutes so patients never feel rushed.
Yes. Dr. Conkling makes house calls within 15 miles of the practice for an additional fee of $125. She also visits nursing home patients. Patients outside the 15-mile radius should contact the practice to discuss options.
Yes. Dr. Conkling offers direct communication by secure text, secure email, or phone. Members choose the method that works best for them. This direct access is a core part of the practice model.
Dr. Conkling performs a range of in-office procedures, including cryotherapy for precancerous skin lesions and warts, skin lesion excision, wound care, incision and drainage, and trigger point injections. She also performs EKGs and point-of-care testing for strep, flu, COVID-19, and more.
Yes. Dr. Conkling offers same-day and next-day appointments for acute and urgent concerns. Members schedule directly with her, avoiding the delays common in larger practices.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026