Mary Parks Lamb, MD grew up in a military family, moving often but spending most of her childhood in the Washington, DC area. She studied at Princeton University before earning her medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. Dr. Lamb then completed her residency at UPMC St. Margaret and has called Pittsburgh home ever since. For more than 20 years, she has thrived in family medicine while also receiving advanced training in aesthetics.
Dr. Lamb was drawn to family medicine because of the meaningful, long-term relationships she builds with her patients. She is passionate about getting to know and caring for individuals and families, inspiring them to live their healthiest lives. Nothing brings her more fulfillment than helping patients feel their best—inside and out.
In 2015, Dr. Lamb’s sister, Susan, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. This experience deeply shaped her outlook and made her realize that the traditional medical and insurance model limited her ability to care for patients the way she envisioned. Out of this came the creation of Lamb Medical & Aesthetics in 2016, founded in honor of Susan Parks Hower.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Lamb enjoys spending time with her husband and three sons, often playing sports or cheering on all things hockey. In the summer, you’ll find her following the Dave Matthews Band, boating on Cheat Lake, or vacationing on her beloved Nantucket Island.
Education
Undergraduate Degree:
Princeton University, Princeton, NJ (1990)
- Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude, Psychology and Sports Performance
Professional Degree:
The University of Virginia School of Medicine Charlottesville, VA (1995)
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Professional Training:
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, St. Margaret Pittsburgh, PA (1998)
- Fellowship, Academic Family Medicine
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, St. Margaret Pittsburgh, PA (1999)
Certification and Licensure
- American Board of Family Medicine (1998), Recertification (2005, 2015, 2025)
- State Board of Medicine, Pennsylvania (1997, renewal every 2 years)
- State Board of Medicine, West Virginia (2025)
Previous Work Experience
- Medical Director, Lakeside Primary Care, August, 2011-June 2016
- Medical Director, The Urgent Care Center, October 2008-August 2011
- Staff Physician, The Urgent Care Center, August 2007-October 2008
- Assistant Professor, Washington Health System Family Medicine
- Residency Program, July 2000-August 2007
- Clinical Instructor, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine,
- Department of Family Medicine, July 1998-2007
- Clinical Instructor, Washington Health System Family Medicine
- Residency Program, July 1998-2000
- Chief Resident, The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, St.Margaret, July 1997-June 1998
- Orthopedic Surgeons’ Aide at The Sports Medicine Center, Bethesda, MD, June 1990-July 1991
Honors and Awards
- National Registries Women of Distinction Honors Edition, 2024
- Best Family Medicine Office, McMurray, 2022
- Readers’ Choice Award for Best Primary Care Physician in the South Hills, Pittsburgh, PA, 2014
- Various awards and recognition for excellence in clinical teaching, 2002-2007
- Humanitarian Service Award, UPMC St. Margaret, 1998
- Chief Resident, UPMC St. Margaret Family Medicine Residency Program, 1997-1998
- American College of Rheumatology Student Research Scholarship Award, 1993
- Cum Laude Graduate of Princeton University, 1990
- Princeton Swimming Award for Exceptional Dedication, 1987
- Salutatorian, Summa Cum Laude H.S. Graduate, The Holton-Arms School, Bethesda, MD, 1986
- National Student Scholar Athlete Award, 1986
- Burnett Fischer Award for Excellence in English, 1986
- National Merit Scholar Finalist, 1986
- Rensaellar Medal for Excellence in Math and Science, 1986
Fun Facts
- I thought I would grow up to be: A professional athlete
- Favorite sports team: The Pittsburgh Penguins
- I never leave my house without: iPhone, bottled water, mint gum
- If I could meet one person: Definitely Dave Matthews
- Favorite thing about medicine: The patient relationship
- Something that makes me smile: Boating with my family…. bringing the Stanley Cup back to Pittsburgh….carpe diem!
- What you’ll love about our office: Feeling welcome and cared for in an office that knows you well
