Dr. Caitlin Doody, PhD, Family Nurse Practitioner

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Dr. Caitlin Doody, PhD, Family Nurse Practitioner

Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and PhD researcher specializing in Lyme disease treatment.

Founder and owner of Rise Wellness, expanding care to comprehensive wellness treatments

10/29/2025

Dr. Doody’s doctoral research explored the relationship between PTSD and uncertainty in illness among adults with chronic Lyme disease, contributing valuable insights to this complex condition. Her research is now complete, with results and future publications forthcoming.

She began her career as an infusion specialist in New York’s Hudson Valley, where she treated both pediatric and adult patients with complex needs. With over a decade of healthcare experience, Dr. Doody’s early clinical training took place at major university medical centers in New York City, where she gained extensive experience in neurology and interdisciplinary care.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Doody is a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Nursing at the University of Mount Saint Vincent and serves on the Research Board for the Lyme Treatment Foundation, supporting evidence-based advancements in Lyme disease care.

10/27/2025

As we approach the start of winter, we would like to take a moment to highlight a supplement we often recommend during this time of year: Vitamin D and K2.

Often called the “sunshine vitamin,” Vitamin D is synthesized by the body when exposed to sunlight. However, deficiency can occur for many reasons beyond limited sun exposure. Individuals with darker skin tones, obesity, nutritional deficits, certain prescribed medications, older age, chronic disease, or infections are at a higher risk of low Vitamin D levels.

So why is Vitamin D so important? It plays a crucial role in:
✅Calcium absorption & bone health – Helps prevent rickets in children and osteoporosis in adults
✅Immune system support – Aids in fighting infections
✅Potential cancer protection – Some research suggests it may slow cancer growth
✅Cognitive function & inflammation reduction

But here’s where Vitamin K2 comes in! Often paired with Vitamin D, K2 plays a vital role in directing calcium—helping transport it from the intestines into the bones and teeth while keeping it away from arteries and soft tissue, reducing the risk of calcium buildup and heart disease.

While Vitamin D offers many health benefits, both deficiency and excessive supplementation can have risks. It’s important to consult with your healthcare provider to determine if Vitamin D supplementation is right for you and at what dosage.

Stay healthy this winter, and always check in with your provider before starting a new supplement!

10/25/2025

Tick season doesn’t end when the weather cools. 🍂 I’ve seen several patients in the past two weeks with tick bites — most from black-legged (deer) ticks, which remain active well into the fall.

Even as the leaves change, prevention still matters:
🕷️ Apply a topical tick repellent before spending time outdoors
🐶 Continue your pet’s tick prevention year-round
🌿 Avoid tick habitats such as tall grass, brush, and leaf litter
✅ Do thorough tick checks after outdoor activities

Staying consistent with prevention can make a real difference in reducing tick-borne illness risk.

10/24/2025

As part of her practice, Dr. Doody has a subspecialty in Lyme disease and extensive experience in managing tick-borne illnesses. She provides expert care for pediatric and adult patients dealing with acute and chronic Lyme disease, tick-borne infections, and tick bite management, including prophylaxis. Her work in this field is informed by years of clinical experience and a deep commitment to addressing the challenges faced by patients, especially those who have struggled with delayed or inadequate diagnosis and treatment.

10/22/2025

Did you know? At Rise Wellness, we believe in the power of personalized medicine—because no two health journeys are the same. We've expanded our services to include specialized men’s and women’s health, with a focus on hormone evaluations and replacement therapy.

These services are designed to:
✅Support overall wellness through personalized treatment plans
✅Balance the body for those managing chronic illnesses
✅Optimize health by addressing hormonal imbalances and enhancing vitality

We invite you to learn more here: https://risewellnesses.com/womens-health

10/21/2025

Have you ever felt worse than your labs suggest?
Sometimes, it’s not that the tests are wrong — it’s that your immune system isn’t “reporting” the full story.

When the immune system is under stress, it can’t always mount a clear or accurate response. That means some infections, toxins, or inflammatory signals may stay hidden in plain sight.

10/20/2025

In case you’re new here, welcome! Dr. Caitlin Doody is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and the owner and operator of Rise Wellness LLC, where she is dedicated to treating the whole person through personalized medicine and collaborative, patient-centered care. She specializes in uncovering the root causes of illness, using a holistic approach to develop tailored medical plans that address each individual’s unique health concerns and goals. Her practice emphasizes the importance of thorough investigation by providing ample time for patients to discuss their health needs, ensuring comprehensive care that promotes lasting wellness.

10/19/2025

Ever heard of the Myers’ Cocktail? 💧
It’s an IV infusion that delivers essential vitamins and minerals — like vitamin C, B-complex, magnesium, and calcium — directly into your bloodstream for rapid absorption.

This blend helps restore what stress, illness, or daily life can deplete, supporting energy, hydration, and immune function. It’s one of the most time-tested options in integrative medicine for whole-body wellness. 🌿

✨ Reach out to Rise Wellness for your customized IV treatments.

10/11/2025

📊 ILADS 2025 Poster Now Available! 💚

So many of you have reached out asking to see my conference poster — thank you for the incredible support and curiosity. 🙏

This project, Uncertainty in Illness and PTSD Symptoms in Adults with Chronic Lyme Disease, is close to my heart. It represents years of research and clinical work exploring how chronic illness impacts emotional well-being, resilience, and healing.

Sharing this feels like coming full circle — from study design to conference presentation, and now to our community of patients, practitioners, and advocates who make this work matter. 🌿✨

Feel free to share or discuss your thoughts below. 💬

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