About
Dr. Jennifer Carter holds board certification in Internal Medicine and certification as a Women's Hormone Therapy Specialist. She brings more than 20 years of primary care experience to her patients in Stratham. A. in Biology from the University of Virginia in 1999 and her medical degree from Tufts Medical School. Her internship and residency took place at Maine Medical Center in Portland, Maine.
Her career began as a hospitalist at Portsmouth Regional Hospital. She then spent seven years at Portsmouth Internal Medicine Associates building lasting patient relationships. She later joined Teladoc Health, delivering expert second opinions nationwide and taking on a leadership role. Dr. Carter believes every patient carries a unique health narrative, and she works collaboratively to help each one meet their goals. Beyond clinical care, she serves as President of Action for Aidan, a nonprofit she co-founded to advance research and awareness for Hunter Syndrome. She lives in the Seacoast area with her husband, Dr. William "Tripp" Carter, an Emergency Room physician, and their three children. She enjoys hiking and staying active with her family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
B.A. in Biology, University of Virginia (1999)
Medical School
Tufts Medical School (M.D.)
Residency
Internship and Residency, Maine Medical Center, Portland, Maine
Additional Training
Certified Women's Hormone Therapy Specialist
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Carter right for?
Dr. Carter is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician who invests time in understanding their full health picture. Patients managing chronic conditions like hypertension, high cholesterol, or diabetes benefit from her internal medicine background. Women navigating hormonal changes or menopause will find her certification as a Women's Hormone Therapy Specialist particularly relevant. Her panel limit keeps appointments unhurried and direct access genuinely available.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Carter holds board certification in Internal Medicine. She also carries certification as a Women's Hormone Therapy Specialist. Together, these credentials reflect her focus on comprehensive adult primary care and women's hormonal health.
Dr. Carter brings more than 20 years of primary care experience to her patients. Her career has included hospital medicine at Portsmouth Regional Hospital, seven years at Portsmouth Internal Medicine Associates, and a leadership role at Teladoc Health.
Dr. Carter treats a wide range of conditions including hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, and osteoporosis. She also provides menopause care, hormone replacement therapy, and women's health services including breast health evaluations.
Yes, Dr. Carter holds certification as a Women's Hormone Therapy Specialist. She offers hormone replacement therapy and menopause management both within the DPC membership and as standalone services for non-members.
Dr. Carter believes every patient carries a unique health narrative. She works collaboratively with each patient to build an individualized health plan. Her panel limit allows her to spend up to a full hour per visit and remain directly reachable between appointments.
Dr. Carter earned her medical degree from Tufts Medical School. She completed her internship and residency at Maine Medical Center in Portland, Maine. A. in Biology from the University of Virginia in 1999.
Members reach Dr. Carter directly by phone, email, or through the FollowMyHealth patient portal. This direct access is included in the monthly membership.
Dr. Carter co-founded Action for Aidan, a nonprofit advancing research and awareness for Hunter Syndrome. She currently serves as its President.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026