Elyse is a board-certified physician assistant. She graduated with her Bachelor of Science from Grand Valley State University in Allendale, Michigan (MI) and then went on to complete her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Saint Francis in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
After relocating from her hometown of Grand Rapids, MI to Scottsdale, Arizona, Elyse started her career in Plastic Surgery where she provided both cosmetic and reconstructive care. During this time, she gained extensive knowledge of surgical procedures as well as cosmetic injectables and lasers. She has undergone training from multiple different experts in the field of cosmetics.
She then transitioned from the field of Plastic Surgery to Dermatology where she was able to continue her passion in a medical, surgical and cosmetic setting. She enjoys the variety that comes along with practicing in the dermatologic field and has a broad skillset that allows her to provide exceptional care to a large subset of patients. Elyse is a member and diplomat fellow of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.
In her free time, Elyse enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her dog, George, as well as cooking, baking, traveling, and trying new restaurants.