About
Dr. Alicia Cunningham is a board-certified internal medicine specialist practicing in Burlington, Vermont. She earned her undergraduate degree at Princeton University and her medical degree at Harvard Medical School. She completed her residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital and pursued additional training at the Harvard School of Public Health. A Truman Scholar, she brought exceptional academic preparation into her clinical career.
Dr. Cunningham focuses on preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and personalized wellness. She treats conditions including high blood pressure, depression, tobacco use, and a range of chronic medical problems. She also provides gynecological care, including pelvic exams, pap smears, and breast exams, and helps patients find the right specialists for obstetrics and fertility. Many women in her practice specifically seek her out as a female physician. She chose internal medicine because she loves caring for people, and that conviction shapes every aspect of how she practices.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Princeton University
Medical School
Harvard Medical School
Residency
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Additional Training
Harvard School of Public Health; Truman Scholar
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Cunningham right for?
Dr. Cunningham is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician who takes time to know them personally. Patients managing chronic conditions like high blood pressure, depression, or tobacco dependence benefit from her proactive, preventive approach. Women who prefer a female physician for gynecological care will find her practice welcoming. Professionals and families who need flexible scheduling, including morning and evening hours, fit well in her practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Cunningham treats a broad range of adult conditions, including high blood pressure, depression, tobacco use, and chronic medical problems. She also provides preventive care, personalized wellness planning, and gynecological services such as pap smears, pelvic exams, and breast exams. For obstetrics and fertility needs, she connects patients with the right specialists.
Yes. Dr. Cunningham holds board certification in internal medicine. She trained at Harvard Medical School and completed her residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital, with additional work at the Harvard School of Public Health.
Yes. Dr. Cunningham sees every patient herself. Her practice does not use physician's assistants or nurse practitioners. Every visit is with her directly.
Dr. Cunningham builds a personalized wellness plan for each patient. She focuses on catching problems early and helping patients set and reach meaningful health goals. Her small panel gives her the time to be thorough and unhurried at every visit.
Yes. Dr. Cunningham performs pelvic exams, pap smears, and breast exams. Many women in her practice prefer seeing a female physician for these services. She also provides referrals to the right specialists for obstetrics and fertility care.
Dr. Cunningham studied at Princeton University as an undergraduate and earned her medical degree at Harvard Medical School. She completed her residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital and trained further at the Harvard School of Public Health. She also received recognition as a Truman Scholar.
Yes. Dr. Cunningham actively coordinates care with specialists when her patients need it. She also communicates with family members and other physicians, with patient permission, to ensure continuity of care.
Yes. Dr. Cunningham makes house calls for her patients. She also offers morning and evening office hours and stays reachable by cell phone and email for direct communication outside regular appointments.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026
