Dr. Daphne EvansMD
Internal Medicine
at Daphne E. Evans, MD — Chevy Chase, MD
About
Dr. Daphne Evans grew up in North Carolina and earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology, Cum Laude, from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in 1995. She went on to complete her Doctorate of Medicine at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill. She then trained at Yale University, completing both her internship and an internal medicine residency on the primary care track between 2002 and 2005.
Dr. Evans holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and carries licenses in both Maryland and Connecticut. She spent 15 years specializing in hospitalist medicine at Yale New Haven Hospital, with her final two years spanning both hospital and outpatient settings. That experience showed her how preventable many common diseases truly are, and it shapes her holistic clinical philosophy today. She values getting to know each patient as a person and pays close attention to nutrition, mental well-being, and overall quality of life alongside clinical data. Outside of medicine, she enjoys the opera, trying new restaurants, and spending time with family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Greensboro, NC - Bachelor of Science, Biology, Cum Laude, 1995
Medical School
University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC - Doctorate of Medicine, 2002
Residency
Yale University, New Haven, CT - Internal Medicine, 2003-2005
Additional Training
Internship: Yale University, New Haven, CT, 2002-2003
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Evans right for?
Dr. Evans is a strong fit for adults who want a thorough, relationship-driven approach to primary care. Patients focused on disease prevention and long-term wellness benefit from her holistic philosophy. She works well with patients who want a physician attentive to nutrition and mental well-being alongside clinical data. Adults managing chronic conditions or seeking comprehensive annual health assessments will find her approach well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Evans specializes in internal medicine, primary care, and preventive medicine. She focuses on catching and addressing health risks before they become serious conditions. Her clinical philosophy draws on more than 15 years of hospital medicine experience at Yale New Haven Hospital.
Yes, Dr. Evans holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine and completed her residency training at Yale University.
Dr. Evans takes a holistic approach that goes well beyond lab results. She pays close attention to nutrition, mental well-being, and overall quality of life. She values getting to know each patient as a person and tailors her care accordingly.
Dr. Evans earned her medical degree from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill. She then completed both her internship and internal medicine residency at Yale University on the primary care track between 2002 and 2005.
Dr. Evans treats a broad range of adult health conditions, with a strong emphasis on prevention. She provides comprehensive health screenings, advanced diagnostic testing, and custom wellness planning. Her background in hospital medicine makes her well-equipped to manage complex and chronic conditions.
Yes, Dr. Evans spent 15 years in hospitalist medicine at Yale New Haven Hospital. Her final two years there included both hospital and outpatient settings. That experience shaped her preventive philosophy and informs how she approaches primary care today.
Dr. Evans has limited availability and may maintain a waiting list. Prospective patients should contact the practice directly to inquire about current openings.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026