Kidzcare Pediatrics’ mission is to provide quality health care for children, while promoting the education of their families. It is a place where both, the children and their families can have a joyful and fun experience while visiting the doctor.

The Doctor

Saji Gopinathan, M.D. FAAP

Dr. Gopinathan obtained his Medical Degree from the University of Kerala in India. After completing his Internship he completed his Postgraduate degree in Pediatrics from The University of Bombay, India. He completed his residency in Pediatrics and did a year of Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship at NYU Medical Center in New York City. He is Board certified by the American Academy of Pediatrics and has been in Private Practice in Athens, Tennessee since January 2002.

He is a member of the American Medical Association and Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

He has a special interest in Music and plays several percussion instruments. He has performed in several music festivals including the Riverbend Festival in Chattanooga and Doc Rock in Knoxville. He is married to Sudha Nair, MD. An Ob/GYn at Turkey Creek Medical Center in West Knoxville, TN and she can be reached at (865) 218-6660. They have two children; daughter, Richa, and son, Jay.

Providers

Annetta Newman, LPC

Annetta received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Tennessee Wesleyan College in 1993. She obtained her Master of Education in Community Counseling from the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga in 2004. Annetta was a member of Chi Sigma Iota, Counseling and Academic Honor Society and is currently a member of the American Counseling Association. In 2011, Annetta became a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She also continues to be on the Board of Nationally Certified Counselors.

Annetta has worked in public health, community mental health and as an early intervention specialist. Annetta enjoys travel, shopping, movies, and spending time with friends.

Donna Robinson, FNP

Donna Robinson is a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing at Southern Adventist University where she was a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Who’s Who among college students and graduated with honors. Donna worked as a Critical Care RN at Erlanger for years prior to receiving her FNP. She joined Kidzcare in 2014 where she gained a passion for Pediatrics and is currently working full time at the Athens location. When Donna is not at the office, she enjoys kayaking, canoeing, relaxing with her grandkids and her dog, Chance

Amber Cate, FNP

Amber Cate is a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She earned her degree from East Tennessee State University in 2022 after practicing as a Registered Nurse for over 10 years.

Amber lives in Roane County on a cattle/goat farm with her husband of almost 20 years and 16-year-old son. When she is not at the office, she enjoys reading, traveling, and working on the farm. Amber feels truly blessed to have the opportunity in this position to take care of the children of our community.

Davida Asbury, FNP

Davida Asbury is a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She received both her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree from East Tennessee State University. She is a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. Prior to becoming a Nurse Practitioner, she worked in the newborn nursery and labor and delivery at Starr Regional Medical Center in Athens. During this time, she was voted “Best of the Best” two years in a row in nursing. Her husband John is a CRNA at Starr Regional Medical Center. Davida is passionate about providing care to the pediatric population in her hometown.

Sean Wilder, CPNP

Sean Wilder is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) certified by the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board and has been practicing since 2015. He earned his Bachelor of Health Science from the University of Florida, Master of Medical Science from the University of South Florida College of Medicine, and his Master of Nursing from Vanderbilt University. He joined Kidzcare after practicing in South Bend, IN and Tampa, FL. Sean is passionate about providing evidence-based care and establishing a relationship with his patients and their family as they grow into adulthood. Outside of work, Sean enjoys spending time with his wife and four children, woodworking, gardening, music and working on their mini farm.

Kelsey Keeler, FNP

Kelsey Keeler is a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and her Master’s Degree from Carson Newman University where she was a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. Prior to working as an FNP, Kelsey worked as a critical care RN. Kelsey is excited to be a part of the Kidzcare Pediatrics team and taking care of the pediatric population in the community. In Kelsey’s free time she enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling, and visiting family.