Dr. N. Lance DowningM.D.
Internal Medicine
at Interactive Wellness Concierge Medicine — Menlo Park, CA
About
N. D. holds board certifications in both Internal Medicine and Clinical Informatics. He completed his residency and fellowship training at Stanford Medicine, where he also holds a current faculty appointment. His Clinical Informatics certification reflects a focused interest in using technology to improve the quality, coordination, and accessibility of patient care.
Dr. Downing brings nearly a decade of clinical experience to his work in preventive medicine and internal medicine. His clinical interests span cardiovascular disease prevention, cancer risk reduction, neurodegenerative conditions, and musculoskeletal strength and mobility. He places particular emphasis on nutrition, sleep, physical activity, and mental health as core pillars of wellness. For each patient, he builds a tailored health strategy aligned with their values, goals, and lifestyle. He is passionate about metabolic health and longevity science. Dr. Downing lives in Portola Valley with his wife, a gynecologist, and their three children. The family enjoys gardening, hiking, and mountain biking throughout the Peninsula.
Education & Training
Residency
Stanford Medicine
Fellowship
Stanford Medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Downing right for?
Dr. Downing is a strong fit for adults who want a proactive, personalized approach to long-term health. Patients focused on cardiovascular risk, cancer prevention, or neurodegenerative disease benefit from his longevity-focused strategy. He works well with patients who want nutrition, sleep, and physical activity woven into their care plan. His background in Clinical Informatics appeals to patients who value technology-enhanced care coordination.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Downing focuses on cardiovascular disease prevention, cancer risk reduction, and neurodegenerative conditions. He also addresses musculoskeletal strength and mobility. His preventive approach integrates nutrition, sleep, physical activity, and mental health as core pillars of each patient's care plan.
Yes. Dr. Downing holds board certifications in both Internal Medicine and Clinical Informatics. The Clinical Informatics certification reflects his focus on using technology to improve care quality and coordination.
Dr. Downing completed both his residency and fellowship training at Stanford Medicine. He continues to hold a faculty appointment there.
It means Dr. Downing applies a technology-informed lens to care coordination and accessibility. He uses this expertise to improve how patients navigate their health, from lab tracking to specialist coordination.
Dr. Downing builds a tailored health strategy for each patient based on their values, goals, and lifestyle. He treats nutrition, sleep, physical activity, and mental health as essential components of long-term wellness, not optional add-ons.
Yes. Metabolic health and longevity science are central interests for Dr. Downing. He incorporates this focus into personalized prevention plans for each of his patients.
Dr. Downing brings nearly a decade of clinical experience to his work in internal medicine and preventive care. His training and ongoing faculty role at Stanford Medicine keep him engaged with current research and best practices.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026