She began her medical studies at Daytona Beach Community College while working as an Emergency Medical Technician. She then attended the University of Florida where she received her bachelors of science in Physician Assistant Studies. Following this she attended the University of Nebraska where she earned her Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies. Evelyn has been practicing as a physician assistant since 1987. Her areas of clinical experience include Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Surgery and Surgical Oncology.