Before coming on board with APP, Dr. Nwobu served as Director of Pediatric Services for Veritas Collaborative, an inpatient eating disorder facility; served as Lead Pediatrician in the clinical environment, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care; and has served as a Preceptor for Medical Students and Pediatric Residents. Dr. Nwobu strives to bring health equity to each patient, advocating for their needs and empowering each parent in the care of their child. With a background in public health, Dr. Nwobu looks to not only treat a patient of his/her medical condition but also educate the patient and family on how to prevent it from recurring. Through health education and support, she looks to foster growth and confidence in each patient encounter, forming the building blocks for lifelong healthy habits.
“Medical advancements and breakthroughs in technology are constantly reshaping the healthcare industry as we know it. That’s why APP is committed to hiring certified professionals with a proven track record of empowering patients, parents, and families, so that they receive the highest level of care possible,” said Dorothy P. Wiggins, MD. “Along with being a well-respected, dedicated Physician, Dr. Nwobu is extremely passionate about creating a caring, enriched environment that promotes the well-being of children from birth through young adulthood. I am extremely confident that her expertise will be a tremendous asset to our team.”
A native of Houston, Texas, Dr. Nwobu earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and obtained her master’s degree in Public Health from Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. She completed her pediatric residency at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford and is currently a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, with affiliate privileges at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Piedmont Hospital.
“As a devoted Pediatrician, I know far too well the challenges that many families face when trying to access quality, affordable healthcare – particularly for children and young adults,” said Dr. Nwobu. “Joining Atlanta Pediatric Partners affords me the opportunity to help guide healthy development during the most formative years of life. I am committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care by empowering families, fostering trust, and nurturing the health and well-being of children at each stage of development. I look forward to using my experience so that our patients continue to receive high-quality, evidence-based care and live long, productive lives.”
