About
Dr. Michael Henderson leads Trails to Health, a concierge and functional medicine practice in Bentonville, AR. He holds board certifications in both Family Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine, reflected in his MD, DiABLM credentials. His clinical work spans family and preventive care, functional medicine, and health optimization.
Dr. Henderson brings years of experience caring for individuals and families across Northwest Arkansas. He is passionate about metabolic health, root cause analysis, and evidence-based lifestyle interventions. He treats a broad range of conditions, including hypertension, high cholesterol, blood sugar dysregulation, iron deficiency, POTS, and obesity. Patient testimonials speak to his ability to help people reduce or eliminate medications through careful monitoring and meaningful lifestyle change. One patient noted that Dr. Henderson helped them grow as a person, not just as a patient. He approaches each visit as a partner in the patient's long-term wellness journey.
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Who is Dr. Henderson right for?
Dr. Henderson is a strong fit for adults and families who want to address the underlying causes of chronic health concerns. Patients managing blood sugar dysregulation, hypertension, high cholesterol, or metabolic issues benefit from his root-cause approach. He also sees patients navigating conditions like POTS, iron deficiency, and weight management challenges. Those who value extended, unhurried appointments and direct access to their physician will find his model well suited to their needs.
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Family MedicineFrequently Asked Questions
Dr. Henderson treats a wide range of conditions, including hypertension, high cholesterol, blood sugar dysregulation, iron deficiency, POTS, obesity, and metabolic health concerns. He also provides colon cancer screening and care for acne and weight management. His functional medicine approach means he looks beyond individual diagnoses to understand how multiple factors interact in each patient's health.
Yes. Dr. Henderson holds board certifications in both Family Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. His credentials appear as MD, DiABLM. These dual certifications reflect his focus on both comprehensive primary care and evidence-based lifestyle interventions.
Dr. Henderson focuses on identifying root causes rather than treating symptoms alone. He uses an evidence-based, whole-body framework that incorporates lifestyle interventions, functional medicine tools, and personalized care planning. Appointments run long enough for patients to address all their concerns without feeling rushed.
Dr. Henderson has helped patients reduce or eliminate medications for blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol through careful monitoring and lifestyle change. He works collaboratively with patients and celebrates milestones along the way. Results vary by individual, and he tailors each plan to the patient's specific health history and goals.
Dr. Henderson uses InBody scanning to assess body composition and salivary cortisol testing to evaluate stress hormone patterns. These tools support his root cause analysis process and help him build more precise, personalized health plans for each patient.
Yes. Dr. Henderson's background in Family Medicine means he cares for individuals and families, including infants and children. He addresses pediatric concerns such as RSV and provides whole-family care under one roof.
Dr. Henderson holds the DiABLM credential, signifying board certification from the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. He is passionate about metabolic health, resistance training, nutrition, and the role of meaningful relationships in overall wellness. He integrates lifestyle interventions directly into his clinical plans.
Dr. Henderson is particularly focused on metabolic health and insulin sensitivity. He addresses conditions like blood sugar dysregulation, obesity, and cholesterol imbalances using a combination of lifestyle strategies and evidence-based medicine. He views resistance training and nutrition as core clinical tools, not optional add-ons.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026