Blake Henley, MD

"I come from a big, unconventional family – a loud, messy, and chaotic crew that is bursting with life and love. My family made me who I am and demonstrated the importance of relationships for support and strength. We grew up in Burien, Washington and attended the amazing Highline High School. I then went off to eastern Washington for college at Gonzaga University (Go Zags!) to obtain a degree in biology with a focus in molecular biology research. Throughout my high school and college years, I became increasingly aware of the overwhelming inequities within our society and dedicated much of my free time towards volunteerism and activism. My passions always lay with medicine, and my medical training began right here in Seattle at the University of Washington School of Medicine. Throughout my four years, I was heavily involved in student organizations and free clinics dedicated to supporting those medically underserved. I have always been enthralled with primary care and believe prevention of disease and patient education to be the key to a healthier nation. As a resident at Swedish, I am excited and honored to continue my medical career at an institution dedicated to patient-centered care and social justice. I am looking forward to building deep relationships with my patients and seek to serve as an advisor, guide, and companion throughout all the overwhelming experiences life brings. My clinical interests include women's health, pregnancy support (both continuing and terminating a pregnancy), adolescent well-being, and LGBTQI+ care. Personal passions include environmental preservation and reproductive justice. As a former barista, I am a perpetual coffee drinker. I spend my free time at home either baking or getting active, with a particular love for yoga, hiking, and biking (very PNW of me). My partner & I have a puppy we’re hoping to train as a service dog although right now he’s more interested in chewing furniture then nurturing those that are ill."