About
Dr. Mary Rupp brings a distinctive blend of medical and rehabilitative training to her Brighton family medicine practice. Before earning her Doctorate of Medicine from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1994, she completed a Bachelor of Science-Master of Science in Physical Therapy at Long Island University, graduating as class valedictorian. She then completed her Family Medicine residency at Providence Hospital in Southfield, Michigan, where she served as Chief Family Medicine Resident. Her undergraduate years took place at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.
Dr. Rupp holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. She served as Livingston County Delegate to the Michigan State Medical Society from 2005 to 2018 and chaired the Department of Family Medicine at St. Joseph Mercy Livingston Hospital from 2008 to 2015. The Michigan Academy of Family Physicians named her Family Physician of the Year in 2014. She has volunteered in a free clinic in Fiji through the Natuvu Creek Mission and served as Medical Director for LACASA Women and Children's Shelter. Outside of medicine, she enjoys golf, reading, kayaking, paddleboarding, and spending time with family and friends. Her clinical passion centers on whole-person care, helping patients understand how nutrition, sleep, physical activity, and self-care shape long-term health and disease prevention.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Medical School
Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI – Doctorate of Medicine (1994)
Residency
Family Medicine, Providence Hospital, Southfield, MI (1994-1997); Chief Family Medicine Resident
Additional Training
Long Island University, Brooklyn, NY – Bachelor of Science-Master of Science, Physical Therapy (1990); Class Valedictorian
Certifications
Who is Dr. Rupp right for?
Dr. Rupp is a strong fit for adults who want a long-term relationship with a physician who knows them well. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from her proactive, prevention-focused approach. She works especially well with people motivated to improve nutrition, sleep, and overall lifestyle habits. Patients who value direct access to their doctor, including after-hours communication, will find her practice well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Rupp specializes in family medicine and preventive care. She focuses on whole-person health, addressing nutrition, physical activity, sleep, and self-care alongside traditional medical concerns. She also manages chronic disease and coordinates specialist care for patients with complex health needs.
Dr. Rupp takes a proactive approach, working to identify and address health risks before they become serious conditions. She delivers an extensive annual wellness exam and develops a personalized health plan for each patient. She views nutrition, sleep, supplements, and physical activity as core tools in disease prevention.
Yes, Dr. Rupp holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. She earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Wayne State University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Providence Hospital in Southfield, Michigan, where she served as Chief Family Medicine Resident.
Dr. Rupp has practiced as a family physician for more than 26 years. During that time, she has cared for generations of families in the Livingston County area, building long-term relationships with patients through many of life's major milestones.
Yes, Dr. Rupp makes herself available for direct communication with patients during the day and after hours. Members can contact her directly rather than routing through a call center or on-call service.
Dr. Rupp acts as a direct patient advocate when coordinating specialist care. She communicates personally with specialists and helps patients navigate the healthcare system. Her hospital affiliations include Ascension Providence Hospital, St. Joseph Mercy, and the University of Michigan Health System.
Before medical school, Dr. Rupp earned a Bachelor of Science-Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Long Island University, graduating as class valedictorian. She also served as Chief Family Medicine Resident at Providence Hospital and chaired the Department of Family Medicine at St. Joseph Mercy Livingston Hospital from 2008 to 2015.
Yes, the Michigan Academy of Family Physicians named Dr. Rupp Family Physician of the Year in 2014. She also received the Core Faculty of the Year award the same year. She served as Livingston County Delegate to the Michigan State Medical Society from 2005 to 2018.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026