Q&A with Coplin Health Systems’ Newest Pediatric Primary Care Provider Abby Winters, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

At Coplin Health Systems, we’re committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive care for families in our community. Abby Winters, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, brings her passion for pediatric primary care to Coplin, focusing on preventive health, immunizations, and fostering positive patient experiences. Get to know her in this Q&A!

Q: What services do you provide at Coplin?

Abby Winters: I specialize in pediatric primary care, helping children stay healthy through preventive screenings, immunizations, and overall wellness care.

Q: What inspired you to pursue a career in healthcare?

AW: My senior year of high school, my grandpa had a double lung transplant. That experience sparked my interest in healthcare and inspired me to become a nurse and eventually a nurse practitioner.

Q: What’s something you do that people might not realize?

AW: I spend a lot of time staying up to date with the latest medical guidelines and recommendations. I read a lot in my free time to make sure I’m always providing the best care possible.

Q: What’s one piece of health advice you’d give patients?

AW: Move your body! Doing something active every day benefits both your physical and mental health.

Q: What do you enjoy most about your job?

AW: I love building trust with pediatric patients and their families, celebrating milestones, and creating a positive patient experience.

Q: What do you enjoy outside of work?

AW: I love watching my husband coach basketball, spending time with my family and our pup, exercising, and baking sourdough bread!

Q: What might surprise people to know about you?

AW: I started my nursing career in advanced adult care before transitioning to pediatrics. I also earned my master’s degree while working in inpatient pediatrics and loved every minute of it!

Q: What are your professional interests?

AW: Preventive care, immunizations, health screenings, healthy eating, and exercise.

Q: Any fun facts about yourself?

AW: I played college volleyball for four years at Wheeling! It taught me so much about discipline, time management, and teamwork.

Q: What do you look forward to most in your role?

AW: Making a positive impact on children’s health and celebrating their growth and development.

Q: Tell us a little about yourself.

AW: I’ve been married for two years to my best friend, Mark. He’s a middle school principal and varsity basketball coach. We have a spoiled little Maltese-Poodle named Winston. I grew up in Marietta and attended Parkersburg Catholic High School. I’m extremely family-oriented and love spending time with my parents, brother, grandparents, and the rest of my family. Before Coplin, I worked for three years in inpatient pediatrics, and I’m excited for this new opportunity!

We hope you enjoyed learning more about Abby and her passion for pediatric care. For more information or to schedule an appointment with Abby Winters, call (304) 275-3301.