St. Luke\u2019s Wood River is excited to welcome two exceptional psychiatrists to its behavioral health team: Dr. Christopher Doxey and Dr. Katie Quayle.
\nChristopher Doxey, D.O., Ph.D.: A Holistic Approach Rooted in Neuroscience
\nChristopher Doxey, D.O., Ph.D., joins St. Luke\u2019s after completing his psychiatry residency at Wake Forest University in North Carolina. Originally from Utah, Dr. Doxey holds a Ph.D. in neuroscience from Brigham Young University and a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Campbell University. His academic journey reflects a commitment to understanding mental health from both scientific and humanistic perspectives.
\n\u201cI have wanted to become a doctor for as long as I can remember,\u201d Doxey shared. \u201cThe more I studied, the more fascinated with the brain I became. That led me to complete a Ph.D. in neuroscience before entering medical school.\u201d
\nDoxey\u2019s clinical interests include treatment-resistant depression and bipolar disorder. He has extensive training in neuromodulation techniques such as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), which he will be able to recommend for patients in need.
\nHis approach to care is deeply collaborative and rooted in the osteopathic philosophy of treating the whole person\u2014mind, body, and spirit. \u201cI believe that truly listening to each other will help us find the best solutions to individual mental health challenges,\u201d he said. \u201cThere is never a magic pill. We need to address mental health through all aspects of general health.\u201d
\nDoxey\u2019s passion for rural medicine was sparked during a rotation in a small town with only one family practice doctor. That experience solidified his desire to serve in a close-knit community. \u201cI knew then that the place for my future would be practicing as the \u2018small town doctor,\u2019\u201d he said. On joining St. Luke\u2019s, he commented, \u201cI was impressed with St. Luke\u2019s throughout the whole interview process, and everything I hear about them has been very positive. I\u2019m pleased to be working with a health system that truly seems to have people, both patients and staff, as priorities.\u201d
\nDoxey and his wife, Carlie, are thrilled to be moving closer to family and settling into the Sun Valley lifestyle. \u201cThe skiing drew me in first,\u201d he admitted, \u201cbut the real sense of community was what ultimately made me want to live and work here.\u201d
\nOutside of work, Doxey enjoys music, theater, and the arts. He plays piano and sang in the BYU Men\u2019s Chorus. He\u2019s also an avid skier and nature enthusiast. A unique fact: he speaks Icelandic fluently, having lived in Iceland for two years during a mission trip.
\nKatie Quayle, M.D.: Returning Home with New Expertise
\nKatie Quayle, M.D., is no stranger to the Wood River Valley. She previously served as a pediatrician at St. Luke\u2019s Wood River before leaving to pursue specialized training in psychiatry and child psychiatry. Now, she returns with a renewed focus and expanded skill set, ready to serve the community she loves.
\n\u201cI loved being a pediatrician at SLWR and living and working in the Wood River Valley,\u201d Quayle said. \u201cIt was a very difficult decision to leave the Valley to gain additional training, but as I was seeing more and more kids struggling with mental health issues in my practice, I felt pulled to obtain dedicated training in psychiatry\/child psychiatry so I could provide more comprehensive care for these patients. I was thrilled this winter when I learned St. Luke\u2019s was recruiting for a child psychiatrist in Hailey.\u201d
\nQuayle completed a unique three-year fellowship at University Hospitals\/Case Western Reserve in Cleveland, Ohio, through the Post Pediatric Portal Program. This intensive training qualifies her to treat both adults and children, though her true passion lies in child and adolescent psychiatry.
\n\u201cI think my training now as both a pediatrician and child psychiatrist gives me a unique perspective in treating kids,\u201d she explained. \u201cThere is often overlap between physical and mental health symptoms in children, and I think it\u2019s valuable to have background in both.\u201d
\nHer philosophy of care is holistic and family centered. \u201cIt\u2019s important to consider the child in the context of their environment, school, family, and community,\u201d she said. \u201cWhile medication can be useful, I also believe in the importance of a healthy diet, exercise, time outdoors, and adequate sleep. Therapy can be powerful and transformative.\u201d
\nQuayle is excited to reconnect with the valley and contribute to its mental health services. \u201cI\u2019m open to getting to know what the valley needs and hope to become part of the team here to treat patients\u2019 mental health,\u201d she said.
\nShe and her husband, Forrest, are eager to share the beauty of the area with their children, Liv (5) and Wilder (3), both born in Ketchum. \u201cWe\u2019re excited to introduce them to all of the spots we love, especially Galena Lodge,\u201d she said.
\nAn avid trail runner, hiker, and cross-country skier, Quayle is looking forward to once again living and working in a place where nature is just outside the door.
\nA Shared Vision for Community Mental Health
\nDr. Quayle will begin seeing patients in September while Dr. Doxey will begin seeing patients in October at St. Luke\u2019s \u2013 Mental Health Services clinic in Hailey. They join a dedicated group of professionals including:
\nAlison Burpee, LCSW
\nPriscilla Bake, LCSW
\nHillary Godsill, LCSW
\nSare \u201cSadie\u201d Macquarrie, LPC
\nFor additional information or to schedule an appointment, contact the clinic at (208) 727-8970.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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