About
Dr. Mary Alling earned her Doctor of Medicine from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and her undergraduate degree in Biology and International Studies from the University of Scranton. She served in the U.S. Navy. After residency, the Navy stationed her at the Mountain Warfare Training Center in Bridgeport, California, where she finished her service before joining Summit Direct Care.
Dr. Alling holds board certifications in both Family Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine, as well as a Virginia Board of Pharmacy license. The Scranton motto "Cura Personalis," meaning care of the whole person, guides her patient approach. She is deeply passionate about lifestyle medicine as a tool for preventing and treating disease through healthy choices. A Fredericksburg, Virginia native, Dr. Alling trains for triathlons and multi-day bike trips and enjoys running agility courses with her dog.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
BS in Biology and International Studies, University of Scranton
Medical School
Doctor of Medicine, Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Alling right for?
Dr. Alling is a strong fit for patients who want a whole-person approach to their health. Adults managing chronic conditions through lifestyle change benefit from her dual certification in Family and Lifestyle Medicine. Patients drawn to functional and preventive medicine find her root-cause philosophy resonates with their goals. She also serves families aligned with Summit's Catholic identity and natural family planning approach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Alling earned her medical degree from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. S. Navy and was stationed at the Mountain Warfare Training Center in Bridgeport, California. She joined Summit Direct Care following her military service.
Yes, Dr. Alling holds board certifications in both Family Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. She also holds a Virginia Board of Pharmacy license. This combination allows her to oversee a broad range of primary care needs, including prescription management at Summit's in-house pharmacy.
Dr. Alling focuses on Family Medicine, Functional Medicine, and Preventive Medicine. She is particularly passionate about lifestyle medicine as a path to preventing and treating disease. Her approach centers on addressing root causes rather than managing symptoms alone.
Dr. Alling draws on the Scranton motto "Cura Personalis," meaning care of the whole person, as her guiding principle. She integrates lifestyle medicine, functional medicine, and modern allopathic medicine to address each patient's full picture. This approach shapes how she evaluates and treats conditions at every visit.
Yes, Dr. Alling provides care for adolescent patients as part of Summit Direct Care's family medicine scope. Minors must enroll with a parent to become members of the practice.
Dr. Alling sees patients across all age groups, from adolescents to adults. She is well suited for patients interested in preventive care, chronic disease management, and lifestyle-driven health improvements. Patients aligned with Summit's Catholic-owned values and natural family planning approach are also a natural fit.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026