About Us
Dr. Kelli Johnston — Experienced, compassionate care
Hi, I am Dr. Kelli E. Johnston, founder of Angel Oak Pediatrics. I was born and raised in Sterling Heights, Michigan, near Detroit. My academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Michigan State University, followed by a dedicated pursuit of medicine at the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Following medical school, I completed my residency in general pediatrics at Palmetto Health Richland hospital in Columbia, South Carolina. For 7 years, I practiced both outpatient and inpatient pediatrics at Upstate Pediatrics in Union, SC, before relocating to Charleston in 2015, where I practiced at Coastal Pediatric Associates for 8 years.
In 2024 I realized my dream of establishing my own practice, Angel Oak Pediatrics on Johns Island, now my cherished home. Committed to family-centered care and promoting holistic well-being, I am eager to collaborate with families to nurture children’s mental, physical, and emotional health.
Outside of my medical profession, I derive happiness from my three children, friends, and family. I engage in sports, outdoor activities, travel, and harbor a profound love for music and the arts. Frequently, I indulge in trivia, dancing, reading, and attending concerts.
Cori Rogers — MSN, APRN, CPNP, PMHS, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Cori is from Knoxville, TN, and received her undergraduate Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from the University of Tennessee. During that time, she worked in the emergency room at East Tennessee Children's Hospital as an ER Technician, and after earning her RN license, she worked in pediatric primary care while attending graduate school. She completed her Masters in Nursing in 2004, also from the University of Tennessee, and has enjoyed working as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
ever since.
Cori is certified through the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board and is a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners. She obtained a second board certification as Pediatric Mental Health Specialist in 2023. Her medical interests include vaccination education, holistic measures, preventative healthcare, early identification and treatment of developmental and behavioral health concerns, and mentoring nurse practitioner students.
Born and raised in Knoxville, and having attended college there, Cori is a devoted Volunteers football fan. She practiced in Tennessee for three years before moving to South Carolina. In her spare time, she enjoys going to the beach, live music, gardening, and is an avid reader.
Family-Centered
I am proud to be an expert in pediatric medicine while recognizing that you are the expert on your child. I love to educate and inform parents in order to promote healthy development and wellness. Together we will share in informed decision making to ensure the best possible outcomes for your child and your family.
Holistic, focused on strong foundations
I strongly believe in the practice of evidenced-based medicine and utilize the full scope of interventions available, including medications, while supporting and advocating for the use of non-medication interventions whenever safe and appropriate. The foundations of good health are rooted in the basics — healthy nutrition, quality sleep, physical activity, nurturing mental engagement, supportive relationships, positive management of stressors. By focusing on these principles we can preserve health and when necessary, treat disease, to promote wellness in mind, body and spirit.
