Primary care is at its best when you have a real relationship with your doctor, time to be heard, and a partner who understands your goals. That’s why we practice Direct Primary Care — a simpler, more human approach to medicine, built around you.
Dr. Erin Cooper
Grew up in Upstate New York. After college she attended Drexel University College of Medicine, graduating in 2005. She and her husband Geoff, also a Family Medicine physician, moved to Nebraska in 2005 for their Family Medicine residency training at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. While her husband fulfilled his military service at Offutt Air Force Base, she completed a Geriatric Medicine Fellowship, also at the University of Nebraska.
After working in Fremont, Nebraska for 5 years the Coopers moved to Lexington in 2015 to be closer to family here. They have 2 teenagers and are thrilled to be raising their family here in the Bluegrass.
Dr. Cooper is board certified in Family Medicine and Geriatric Medicine and is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Dr. Geoff Cooper
Dr. Geoff Cooper grew up just outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He earned his medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine in 2005 and completed his Family Medicine residency at the University of Nebraska in 2008.
Following residency, Dr. Cooper served on active duty as a family medicine physician in theUnited States Air Force, including an overseas deployment to Kyrgyzstan in 2010. During his time in Nebraska, he also served as an adjunct professor of Family Medicine at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, where he was involved in the education and training of family medicine residents. After completing his military service, he practiced briefly in Nebraska before relocating to Lexington to be closer to family.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Cooper enjoys running, cycling, and golf, and values time spent with his wife, two children, and dog, Toby.
Dr. Cooper is board certified in Family Medicine and is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Dr. Sinduja Jayaraj
Originally from Vellore, India, Dr. Jayaraj moved to Lexington, Kentucky, after medical school to join her husband, whom she met during their training. She completed her Family Medicine residency in Lexington and has proudly practiced in Kentucky since 2020.
Lexington has been Dr. Jayaraj’s home since moving to the U.S., and she is grateful to be raising her growing family in the community she serves. Life outside the clinic is busy and joyful, with three children keeping her on her toes.
Dr. Jayaraj is board certified in Family Medicine and is passionate about preventive care, patient education, and the role nutrition plays in long-term health. She is currently expanding her expertise by pursuing culinary medicine training through the American College of Culinary Medicine.
When she’s not caring for patients, Dr. Jayaraj enjoys cooking, spending time with family and friends, and practicing Indian classical dance.
Nikki Hurst – Medical Assistant
Nikki was born in Alberta, Canada, and moved to Kentucky at the age of nine. She began her healthcare career after graduating high school, working as a nursing assistant at Cedar Ridge and Saint Joseph Hospital before becoming Dr. Erin Cooper’s medical assistant. She continued in that role as Dr. Erin Cooper and Dr. Geoff Cooper founded Olive Health, where she has been a valued team member for the past six years. Outside of work, Nikki enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons, cheering on her boys at the baseball fields, and getting lost in a good book.
Sara Gabbard – Director of Operations
Originally from Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, Sara moved to Lexington for college and graduated from the University of Kentucky with an English degree. Her work experience includes college ministry, student services in higher education, hospitality, and customer service. Across each of those roles, her focus has been the same: making people feel known and supported. Outside the clinic, Sara loves traveling, rating her latest reads on Goodreads, and cheering on the Cats. Lately, you’ll find her out walking her golden retriever puppy, Cosi!
