Originally hailing from the Boston area, Allison attended the University of South Carolina (USC) where she studied exercise science and psychology. A passionate advocate for community health, she began her professional career at the South Carolina Department of Public Health, during which time she also earned a master’s degree in health service policy and management. Working through a broad policy lens, Allison soon came to understand the need for primary care physicians, particularly in underserved areas, and realized her dedication to community health would be best served by directly interfacing with patients.

Allison went on to attend Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she worked with underserved populations in South Carolina, as well as in El Salvador and the Dominican Republic. Additionally, she became active in health care advocacy as a student physician by serving as the South Carolina Osteopathic Medical Society’s Executive Board Student Representative, the South Carolina Medical Association’s Medical Student Section Executive Board Member and the South Carolina Medical Political Action Committee’s Student Representative. In 2023, Allison completed her residency at Sutter Santa Rosa in Sonoma County, California.

A lifelong athlete, Allison is dedicated to physical fitness and passionate about helping people and communities stay healthy and injury-free. Allison is a former Team USA synchronized skater, marathon runner and personal trainer. She loves all things outdoors, including camping, hiking, running, climbing and especially skiing. She joins the Asheville community alongside her partner John and their rescue pup, Leo.