About
Dr. Michelle Headley has practiced internal medicine in Richmond, Virginia for more than 27 years. She earned her undergraduate degree in Chemistry from the University of Virginia. She then completed both medical school and residency at the Medical College of Virginia at VCU. The American Board of Internal Medicine granted her board certification, and she holds membership in the Richmond Academy of Medicine.
Dr. Headley takes a collaborative approach with every patient. She works with patients to identify their functional health goals and then pursues those goals as a team. Her clinical focus spans medication review, lifestyle improvement, and preventive personalized care. She describes her role simply: being someone her patients can count on when they need help. Outside of medicine, she grew up in a military family that moved frequently before she settled in the Northern Neck of Virginia. She now lives in Glen Allen with her husband, two sons, and dog. She enjoys beading jewelry and spending time with her family on the Rappahannock River.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Virginia, B.S. Chemistry
Medical School
Medical College of Virginia at VCU
Residency
Medical College of Virginia at VCU
Certifications
Who is Dr. Headley right for?
Dr. Headley suits adults who want a physician invested in their long-term health, not just acute issues. Patients managing chronic conditions, medication complexity, or lifestyle-related health concerns benefit from her preventive focus. She works especially well with people who want a collaborative partner in setting and pursuing real health goals. Her 27 years of internal medicine experience make her a strong fit for patients who value continuity and a doctor who knows them well.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Headley specializes in internal medicine with a strong focus on preventive and comprehensive primary care. She works with adult patients on medication management, lifestyle improvement, and long-term health planning. Her goal is to look ahead and help patients avoid problems before they develop.
Dr. Headley has practiced medicine for more than 27 years. She has spent that career delivering proactive, preventive, and comprehensive care to her patients in Richmond, Virginia.
Dr. Headley completed both medical school and her residency at the Medical College of Virginia at VCU. Before that, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Virginia.
Yes, Dr. Headley holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She also holds membership in the Richmond Academy of Medicine.
Dr. Headley takes a collaborative approach. She starts by understanding each patient's functional health goals, then works with them to pursue those goals together. She believes in being a dependable, straightforward partner her patients can call on when they need guidance.
Yes, preventive care is central to Dr. Headley's practice. She reviews medications, addresses lifestyle factors, and builds personalized care plans that look ahead rather than simply reacting to problems as they arise.
Dr. Headley is not currently accepting new patients. Patients interested in her care can add their name to a contact list through PartnerMD, though the practice cannot guarantee a timeline for availability. PartnerMD's physician directory lists other Richmond-area doctors who do have openings.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026