About Kailah Murphy
Fueling Your Healthspan with Science-Backed Nutrition
Kailah Murphy, MS, RD, CSSD, is a board-certified specialist in sports dietetics credentialed through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and one of MEDgevity’s expert dietitians. She draws on extensive experience supporting athletes, high performers, and individuals managing real-world health challenges. Kailah delivers a science-based, practical approach to nutrition that enhances energy, optimizes recovery, and promotes lasting health — all within MEDgevity’s seamless virtual care model.
Educational Background
Kailah's academic foundation includes both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Nutrition Science from Boston University. She completed her education at Good Samaritan Medical Center, UMass Health Alliance, and the Walden GOALS Program, an eating disorder treatment initiative tailored for competitive athletes.
Professional Experience
Kailah’s career bridges elite athletics, clinical care, and lifestyle nutrition. Most recently, she served as Director of Football Nutrition at Boston College, where she developed and led the nutrition strategy for the football program — working closely with athletic trainers, strength coaches, and medical staff to optimize performance, recovery, and player well-being.
Previously, Kailah was Associate Director of Olympic Sports Nutrition at the University of Virginia, where she supported multiple teams with tailored care plans, body composition assessments, and education on fueling, hydration, and injury recovery.
Additionally, she served as Lead Dietitian at the Walden GOALS Program, deepening her expertise in the psychological and physiological aspects of nutrition in sports.
Outside of collegiate sport, Kailah also practices as a sports dietitian at Fuel Forward, a private practice dedicated to helping adolescent and adult athletes reach their performance goals through individualized nutrition coaching. Her approach emphasizes building rapport, understanding each client's unique goals and experiences, and translating complex nutrition science into realistic, actionable plans.
Why Work with Kailah and MEDgevity?
At MEDgevity, nutrition is a core pillar of longevity. Kailah works closely with our physicians and exercise physiologists to create personalized care plans that help members fuel their bodies for the lives they want to live — whether that means better energy, metabolic health, or recovery. Her practical, empathetic approach makes her an invaluable partner in your journey to feel and function your best.
Longevity starts with how you fuel your body. Join MEDgevity and partner with Kailah to build a plan that supports your health now—and for years to come.