Welcome to a Brighter Day Pediatrics

As pediatricians serving the Nashville, TN community and beyond, we strive to provide quality care and to treat patients with integrity and compassion. A Brighter Day Pediatrics believe in taking care of the whole child, not just physical health, but mental and emotional health as well.


We also understand that with caring for children, you are caring for the entire family, and we are honored and privileged to be entrusted with this important task. We are a part of this community, the “village” it takes to raise a child to become a productive citizen.

Dr. TaTanisha Smith
Dr. TaTanisha Smith

Dr. Smith was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, FL. She then earned her medical degree at Meharry Medical College, here in Nashville. She completed her residency at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital in Nashville as well.


Dr. Smith is a board certified pediatrician by the American Board of Pediatrics and is also a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. When not in the office, Dr, Smith enjoys spending time with her son, reading, and playing sports. Her primary interest is in childhood advocacy. She is also interested in childhood obesity, eliminating health disparities, and public health.

Dr. Juliet Collins
Dr. Juliet Collins

Dr. Collins has been a board certified Pediatrician since 2001.  I currently have over 16 years of general Pediatrics work experience both in private practice and public health. I have experience in both outpatient medicine, and the inpatient practice of treating well newborns. 


Additionally, she is certified in Obesity/Weight Management Medicine, specializing in  Supplements and Nutraceuticals , Bioidentical Hormones. Dr Collins in passionate about women’s health issues, completing Fast like a Girl certification course and continue to advocate for using detoxification protocols for patients and balancing hormones naturally.

Britney Hammel
Britney Hammel

Britney has a Bachelor's of Science in Physiology with a double minor in Biochemistry and Psychology from the University of Arizona and a Master's in Physician Assistant Studies from South College in Nashville. She is a member of both the American and Tennessee Academy of Physician Assistants. 

What Our Parents Say

We've been coming here for 3 years and have had a great experience with both the doctors and the staff.
Arlene S
I have brought my twins to this office since their first pediatric visit and I have never had an issue. The staff is understanding and caring, making the whole process and experience as easy and accommodating as possible. I will definitely continue to bring my twins here.
Wendy P
The girls in the front are amazing . I needed help today with a shot record for my son for school and they were very quick with helping me with this. They are always smiling and always sweet to my kids. We feel at home with them not to mention the doctor she is one of a kind. She tends to all their needs . We always have a good experience with A Brighter Day Pediatrics.
Jose C
Me and my daughter love A brighter Day, simple because they care ❤️.. it’s not just a job for MOST of them!
Kayla J
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