Welcome to a Brighter Day Pediatrics

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.

Kaitlin is a Tennessee native from Knoxville who now calls Nashville her home. From a young age, she has had a passion for sports, health, and nutrition. She played soccer at Berry College where she earned her Bachelor's of Science in Kinesiology. She then attained her Master's in Physician Assistant Studies from Trevecca Nazarene in Nashville. She is a board-certified Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and a member of the American Academy of Physician Associates. Kaitlin enjoys her off time with her husband and doodle dog hiking, exploring local parks, trail running, weightlifting, visiting family, and being involved in her local church.