Firefly Pediatrics

ur whole family. She is passionate about reducing antibiotic use and helping reduce parents' stress levels. In addition to her work with Firefly, she serves as president of the Richmond Pediatric Society. When she’s not at work Dr. Bowers enjoys reading, playing board games and watching EPL Soccer with her husband, and riding bikes with her kids. Dr. Phillips joined Firefly Pediatrics in 2020 (she might be the best thing about 2020!) She was born and raised in rural WV and has lived there most of her life. She completed her undergraduate education at Emory and Henry College in Emory, VA earning her BS in Biology. She moved back to WV following college and worked as a teacher before going to medical school at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her training at West Virginia University Children's Hospital/WVU School of Medicine, graduating from her Pediatrics Residency in 2009. She served the children of rural WV for 11 years at her former post at Summersville Pediatrics in Summersville, WV. Professionally, she loves helping new moms care for their bundles of joy as they adjust to the new demands of having a newborn and developing a personal connection with kids of all ages. She has interests in breastfeeing counseling and sports medicine. Dr. Phillps has 3 children the keep her very busy with travel basketball and baseball. When she has spare time she enjoys cooking/baking, bass fishing, spending quality time with her children and husband, hitting the gym and watching the WVU Mountaineers play anything!! She looks forward to getting to know you and your family!!