Dr. Mary Alling

Bio:

Dr. Mary is committed to a holistic approach to medicine.  As an undergraduate at the University of Scranton, she took to heart the motto of “Cura Personalis,” or “care of the whole person,” and uses this as her approach to patients.  

Dr. Mary grew up in Fredericksburg, Virginia.  Upon graduating with a bachelor’s degree in biology and international studies, she attended medical school at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine while in the Navy Reserves.  She then transitioned to active duty in the Navy and completed her Family Medicine residency at Naval Hospital Jacksonville in Florida.  During this time, she found her passion in Lifestyle Medicine, an approach to medicine used to prevent and treat medical conditions through healthy life choices.  After her residency, Dr. Mary was stationed at the Mountain Warfare Training Center in Bridgeport, California, where she completed her service in the Navy.  After experiencing various medical facilities, she wanted to find a better environment to treat, educate, and empower patients adequately.  Thus she is excited to work at Summit Direct Care, where relationships can be developed with patients and help them work toward their healthiest selves.

Outside of the office, you can typically find her training for endurance events (such as a triathlon or a multi-day bike trip) and running agility with her dog.  She is excited to be back in Virginia and is happy to be exploring the Appalachians again.