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Jennifer Atkins, MD

Originally from middle Georgia, Dr. Atkins received her medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine in Washington D.C. She completed her Residency in Pediatrics at Our Lady of the Lake in Baton Rouge. Her clinical interests include newborn care, acute pediatric illness, and parent education. Dr. Atkins enjoys caring for children across all stages of development, from newborns to adolescents, and supports families through both everyday concerns and more complex medical needs, including conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, asthma, and eczema.

As a mother of four, Dr. Atkins brings a real-life, practical perspective to her care. She strives to create a space where parents feel heard, supported, and confident in the decisions they make for their children.