About
Dr. Christy Rivers is a board-certified pediatrician and Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics with more than 15 years of medical experience. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Western University of Health Sciences and completed her pediatric residency at SUNY Upstate in New York. Before founding New Way Pediatrics, she spent a decade practicing primary care pediatrics at The Corvallis Clinic, where she built lasting relationships with hundreds of local families. She also served as a pediatric hospitalist at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, managing complex cases and urgent presentations. S. Navy, where she honed practical skills in resource-limited settings that continue to shape her clinical approach.
Dr. Rivers sits on the Pediatric Committee for the Direct Primary Care Alliance. She brings particular focus to chronic condition management, including ADHD, asthma, anxiety, allergies, and eczema, as well as newborn care and developmental screenings. Her interests extend to wilderness medicine, and she holds certification as a scuba rescue diver. She authored the children's book "Dr. Rivers Says," illustrated by her father, to help young patients feel at ease during doctor visits. Outside medicine, she enjoys hiking with her dogs, traveling, gardening, board games, and time with family and friends. Her faith in Jesus shapes her approach to care, and she practices with compassion, humility, and kindness toward every family she serves.
Education & Training
Medical School
Western University of Health Sciences (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine)
Residency
Pediatrics, SUNY Upstate, New York
Additional Training
General Medical Officer, U.S. Navy; Pediatric Hospitalist, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center; Wilderness Medicine conferences; Certified Scuba Rescue Diver
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Rivers right for?
Dr. Rivers is a strong fit for families who want a consistent, relationship-driven pediatrician they can reach directly. Parents of newborns benefit from her hands-on newborn care and feeding support. Families managing chronic conditions like ADHD, asthma, anxiety, or eczema gain from her thorough, ongoing management approach. Her house call availability makes her especially practical for parents with young children or busy schedules who cannot afford long waits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Rivers provides comprehensive management for ADHD, asthma, anxiety, allergies, and eczema. She also handles the full range of pediatric primary care, from newborn visits and developmental screenings to well-child exams and sports physicals. Membership visit lengths of 30 to 60 minutes give her time to manage complex or chronic cases thoroughly.
Yes. Dr. Rivers holds board certification in pediatrics and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Western University of Health Sciences and completed her pediatric residency at SUNY Upstate in New York.
Dr. Rivers performs neonatal circumcision, frenotomy for tongue tie, medical ear piercing, and simple laceration repair. She also administers vaccines in the home through community partnerships. Note that some procedures carry additional fees.
Dr. Rivers builds ongoing care plans for children with ADHD, asthma, anxiety, allergies, and eczema. She communicates with families between visits by text or through the patient app, adjusting treatment as conditions evolve. Longer appointment windows give her space to educate families and address questions in depth.
S. Navy before completing her pediatric residency. She then worked for a decade as a primary care pediatrician at The Corvallis Clinic and served as a pediatric hospitalist at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center. Her total medical experience spans more than 15 years.
Yes. Dr. Rivers offers same-day and next-day appointments for members. She responds to urgent concerns within hours in many cases. Members can reach her directly by text, call, or through the patient app, and she often resolves concerns before an in-person visit is even needed.
Yes. Home visits are a core part of how Dr. Rivers practices. She comes to patients' homes for sick visits and well-child care throughout Corvallis, Albany, Philomath, and surrounding areas. Families within a 15-mile radius of Corvallis receive standard pricing; those farther away should contact the practice for details.
Dr. Rivers is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the Direct Primary Care Alliance. She also sits on the DPCA Pediatric Committee, contributing to the growth and standards of DPC pediatric care nationally.
Yes. Dr. Rivers authored "Dr. Rivers Says," a children's book designed to help young patients feel comfortable during doctor visits. Her father illustrated the book, and families can purchase it on Amazon.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026