MEET CARLA EVANS, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

ABOUT CARLA EVANS, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

Carla is excited to join the Peninsula Dermatology team at the Williamsburg office. She received her Bachelor of Nursing from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in Richmond, Virginia. After graduation, she served in the United States Navy Nurse Corp for four years. She received her Master of Science in Nursing Education from the University of Rhode Island and went on to complete the University of Rhode Island’s Post Graduate Certificate Program to become a Family Nurse Practitioner.

Her nursing experience includes ten years as a Certified Pediatric Nurse and nine years as a Public Health Educator with an emphasis on population health, wellness and prevention. Carla is an adjunct faculty member of the Nursing Department at Salve Regina University in Newport, Rhode Island, where she teaches in both the baccalaureate and graduate programs. She also is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, the International Dermoscopy Society and the Dermatology Nurses’ Association.

Carla has worked as a Dermatology Nurse Practitioner for more than fourteen years and enjoys all areas of general dermatology. An important part of her practice is building therapeutic relationships with patients that have a strong emphasis on education and prevention.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Nursing from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
Master of Science in Nursing Education from the University of Rhode Island
University of Rhode Island’s Post Graduate Certificate

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS/
MEMBERSHIPS

Adjunct faculty member of the Nursing Department at Salve Regina University
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
International Dermoscopy Society
Dermatology Nurses’ Association

WHAT OUR PATIENTS SAY

“I was very pleased with the cordial atmosphere and promptness of my operation. Everything was well explained before any procedures were performed. Thanks for making me feel comfortable during my visit”

“Courteous and friendly office staff who were willing to fit me in due to a concern about a suspicious mole. It turned out to be a minor skin growth but no one but made me feel awkward about wanting to be seen quickly. I appreciate that.”

Sue C.

“I have been seen by several doctors here because of recurring squamous cell carcinomas and each doctor, nurse and office staff I have interacted with has been patient, compassionate, kind and professional on every occasion. I am pleased that the doctors take adequate time with me to explain what I need to know.”

Kim

“My mom had cancerous growth removed from her arm. The staff was very efficient and friendly throughout the process. It isn’t normal at most doctors offices for someone to greet you unless they are taking care of you. We were spoken to more than once by others in the office A very nice experience for a scary situation.”

Michael W.