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Meet Our Newest Provider: Annie Oakes, MSN, FNP-C

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:47:16 GMT

Meet Our Newest Provider: Annie Oakes, MSN, FNP-C

At Kids First Pediatrics , our mission has always been to put children and families at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we’re so excited to introduce you to the newest member of our team, Annie Oakes, MSN, FNP-C!

A Strong Foundation in Nursing

A proud Nashville native, Annie has been serving patients since 2017 as a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Middle Tennessee State University , where she built the foundation for a career devoted to compassion, excellence, and patient-centered care.

Discovering Her True Passion

Although Annie began her career caring for adults, she soon realized her heart belonged in pediatrics. Supporting children and their families through every stage of growth and development has become her greatest joy. Annie believes in empowering parents, building trust with her patients, and creating a welcoming environment where kids can feel comfortable and cared for.

Rooted in the Community

Now calling Pleasant View home, Annie is excited to live and work in the same close-knit community. She loves being part of a practice that values connection, teamwork, and families’ unique needs. Her patients will quickly see her dedication to helping families feel supported, understood, and empowered in their healthcare journey.

Beyond the Clinic

Outside of medicine, Annie enjoys exploring new adventures. She loves curling up with a good book ��, trying unique foods ��, traveling and enjoying the outdoors ��, and spending quality time with her loved ones ��. (Fun fact: her favorite color is black, and her sworn enemy is sand!)

A Warm Welcome

We couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome Annie to the Kids First family. She brings expertise, warmth, and a true passion for pediatrics that we know will enrich our care for every patient.

Next time you’re in the office, be sure to say hello—Annie can’t wait to meet you and your family!

Flu Shot Now Available!!

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 20:41:17 GMT

Flu Shots!

Protect Your Family This Flu Season with Preservative-Free Flu Shots at Kids First Pediatrics!

Flu season is here, and protecting your family’s health is more important than ever. At Kids First Pediatrics, we are committed to keeping children and families safe with preservative-free flu shots now available in our office.

Why Get a Flu Shot?

The flu can cause serious illness, especially in young children. Getting a flu vaccine is the best way to reduce the risk of flu-related doctor visits, hospitalizations, and missed school or work days. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone 6 months and older receive a flu shot each year.

Preservative-Free for Peace of Mind

Parents often ask about preservatives in vaccines. At Kids First, all of our flu shots are preservative-free, giving you confidence that your child is getting safe, effective protection.

Convenience for Busy Families

We understand that families are juggling school, work, and activities. That’s why we’ve made flu vaccines as convenient as possible:

No appointment is needed.

Walk in during our regular walk in hours and we’ll take care of the rest. As a reminder, walk in hours are 7AM-4PM Monday through Thursday and 7AM-1PM on Friday.

Whether you’re stopping by after school, on your lunch break, or while running errands, it’s easy to fit a flu shot into your schedule.

Protecting the Whole Family

While our focus is pediatrics, flu shots protect not just the child but also those around them—siblings, parents, grandparents, and friends. Vaccination helps prevent the spread of flu in the community, keeping everyone healthier.

Don’t Wait—Stay Protected This Season

The best time to get vaccinated is before flu season peaks. Walk in today and help your family stay protected all season long.

Kids First Pediatrics: Caring for kids, protecting families.

Kids First Pediatrics- Growing Families One Kid at a Time

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 17:33:01 GMT

About KFP

Looking for a clinic that treats you like family? Please make yourself comfortable and look around to learn more about our clinic. If we seem like a good fit for your family, we'd be honored to take care of your kids.

MEASLES?!?!?!

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 13:54:21 GMT

Measles.... We've all heard about the measles outbreak in progress... Here's more information on what to look for.

What is Measles?

Measles is spread from the Rubeola virus. The rubeola virus is extremely contagious and 90% of unvaccinated people who are exposed to it will develop the infection. Infection is spread through droplets in the air and on surfaces. It can stay in the air for 2 HOURS after the infected person leaves the room.

What is the incubation?

Measles symptoms develop 7-14 days after exposure to the virus and initially look like a typical viral respiratory infection.

What are the symptoms?

Measles starts with a high fever, often to 104 degrees. Then the child develops a dry cough, runny nose, and red watery eyes. The characteristic rash from measles typically starts 2-4 days into the illness. The rash usually starts on the head but then spreads to the entire body.

Is Measles dangerous?

Yes! Many with measles will develop a pneumonia or encephalitis. Encephalitis is swelling of the brain. It can lead to seizures, hearing loss, and permanent brain damage. Some die.

Current outbreak?

The 2025 measles outbreak originated in Texas and has been spreading to the rest of the country. There have been 300 reported cases in Texas. Presently, we have not had any cases in TN. However, there have been cases in our neighboring states Kentucky and Georgia. If you or your child is not vaccinated, you are at risk. As vaccination rates drops, our babies too young to be vaccinated will be at risk.

You can follow the progress of the Measles outbreak HERE .

Pediatric Walk In!

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 13:54:21 GMT

Pediatric Walk-In NOW AVAILABLE!

Have a sick kid and tire d of going to urgent care that is geared towards adults? Having trouble getting in to see your doc? Kids First Pediatrics is here to help.

We now offer walk-in visits for sick kids on weekdays starting at 7 AM and continuing till an hour prior to closing. (4PM Monday-Thursday, 1 PM on Fridays).

Welcome to our New Website and Portal!

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 13:54:21 GMT

KFP has a brand new website and patient portal!

We are thrilled to introduce our new website and patient portal! Kids First Pediatrics believes that education is essential and we want to make sure that you always have the most up to date information at your fingertips when it comes to your children's health and wellness.

To that end, our Resources tab is filled with up to date information from the AAP including common illnesses, medication dosing for OTC meds, and developmental, behavioral, and mental health concerns.

Together, we can grow a strong community!