Overview
Dr. Isabella Bortolussi-Mays brings a unique academic background and growing expertise in rheumatology. Originally from Lago Vista, Texas, Dr. Bortolussi-Mays earned her degree in Forensic Anthropology with a minor in Spanish from Texas State University before pursuing her medical education at Lincoln Memorial University – DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine in Harrogate, Tennessee. She completed her clinical years in Crystal River, Florida, and is currently focused on developing her expertise in rheumatology.
Dr. Bortolussi-Mays has been happily married to her husband, Ryon, since 2020, and together they share their home with two beloved dogs, Arlo and Kiku. Her diverse academic journey included some fascinating hands-on experience—during her undergraduate studies, she worked at a Decomposition Center/Body Farm, gaining unique insights into forensic science that have contributed to her analytical approach to medicine and patient care.
Education
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
Lincoln Memorial University – DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
August 2020 – May 2025
Harrogate, TN, United States
Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology & Foreign Language (B.A.)
Texas State University-San Marcos
August 2014 – June 2019
San Marcos, TX, United States
Certifications
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
May 2023 – May 2025
Basic Life Support (BLS)
May 2023 – May 2025
Red Cross Certified CPR & Lifeguard Training
2013 – 2018
Professional Memberships
- American College of Osteopathic Internists
- American College of Physicians
- American Medical Association
- American Osteopathic Association
- Student Osteopathic Medical Association
- Tennessee Osteopathic Medicine Association
Research Experience
Forensic Anthropology Student Field Technician
Operation Identification
December 2017 – January 2018
San Marcos, TX
Decomposition Center Student Volunteer
Forensic Anthropology Center at Texas State
February 2017 – June 2018
San Marcos, TX
Languages
- English
- Spanish/Spanish Creole
