Yolanda N Evans, MD, MPH

"Adolescence is an amazing opportunity to set the stage for the future well-being of our entire lives. I am devoted to empowering teens and reaching them where they are, whether in an urban or rural location."

  • Biography

    Yolanda Evans, MD, MPH is chief of the Division of Adolescent Medicine at Seattle Children's Hospital and assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Washington School of Medicine. Dr. Evans grew up in Alaska and earned her MD from Oregon Health and Science University and a MPH at the University of Washington.

    She completed her fellowship in Adolescent Medicine at Seattle Children's and the University of Washington. Dr. Evans provides care to patients in Seattle, Federal Way and Olympia for a variety of concerns including eating disorders, obesity, reproductive health and ADHD. Her clinical and research interests are in the areas of technology use to reach adolescent and their families, including the use of telemedicine and videoconferencing for patient care and co-authoring the parenting blog, teenology101.

  • Patient Testimonials

    • Ayisha kent. WA 04.04.21

      Dr. Evans was one of the most influential people in my recovery from my eating disorder. No matter what, I knew I could come to her and she would treat me with care, compassion and help me stay on track. Thank you Dr. Evans!

  • Awards and Honors

    Award Name Award Description Awarded By Award Date
    SEATTLE TOP DOCTOR - 2022 Seattle Magazine 2022
    Seattles Top Doctor 2016 Seattle Met Magazine 2016

Overview

Board Certification(s)

Pediatrics
Adolescent Medicine

Medical/Professional School

Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine, Portland, OR
University of Washington, Seattle, WA

Residency

University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, WA

Fellowship

University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, WA