Dr. Evelyn Nieves

About the Doctor

Dr. Evelyn Nieves is a board-certified family medicine physician with over 21 years of experience, providing comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from Ponce Health Sciences University and completed her family medicine residency at the University of Miami/Jackson Health System. Currently practicing in Coconut Creek, Florida, as part of Amicus Medical Center LLC, Dr. Nieves has received the Patient’s Top Choice award, with a 5/5 patient rating based on 28 reviews. Patients commend her for making time, listening attentively, explaining clearly, and performing thorough examinations. She is recognized as an expert in chronic hypertension, high cholesterol, and chronic diabetes. She is currently accepting new patients.

• Over 20 years of experience in family medicine

• 5/5 patient rating with Patient’s Top Choice recognition

• Expertise in managing chronic hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol

• Residency trained at University of Miami/Jackson Health System

• Accepts new patients; major insurance plans accepted including Aetna, Cigna, Medicare, and Florida Blue

Education & Training

Medical School – Ponce Health Sciences University
Residency – University of Miami/Jackson Health System, Family Medicine (1999–2002)
Fellowship/Additional Training – None listed

Medical Conditions Treated

• Chronic hypertension (high blood pressure)

• Chronic diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2)

• High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)

• Dementia (including Alzheimer’s disease)

• Allergies (seasonal, environmental)

• Upper respiratory infections (colds, sinusitis, bronchitis)

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

• Anxiety and depression

• Hypothyroidism

• Obesity and metabolic syndrome

• Osteoarthritis and joint pain

Medical Procedures Performed

• Comprehensive annual physical exams

• Well-child visits and sports physicals

• Immunizations and vaccine administration

• In-office laboratory testing (urinalysis, rapid strep, glucose, lipid panels)

• Electrocardiograms (EKGs)

• Minor laceration repair and wound care

• Skin biopsy and excision of minor lesions

• Joint injections

• Preventive health screenings (cancer, cardiovascular)

Services Offered

Dr. Nieves provides patient-centered family medicine services with a strong emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management, and geriatric health. She conducts thorough well-patient examinations, including age-appropriate screenings, immunizations, and lifestyle counseling to reduce disease risk. For patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol, she offers ongoing management with medication optimization, regular monitoring, and nutritional guidance. She also has expertise in caring for patients with dementia, providing support for cognitive decline, medication management, and caregiver education. Acute care is available for common illnesses and minor injuries. Dr. Nieves is known for taking time to listen and explain instructions clearly, empowering patients to take an active role in their health.

• Annual physicals and preventive health screenings

• Well-child checkups and sports physicals

• Chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia)

• Dementia evaluation and ongoing care

• Acute illness care (respiratory infections, allergies, minor injuries)

• Immunizations and vaccine counseling

• In-office lab testing and EKGs

• Minor surgical procedures (laceration repair, skin biopsies)

• Lifestyle and nutritional counseling for weight management

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Cigna (PPO)

• CMS Medicare

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Florida Blue (HMO, PPO)

Practice Locations

Address: 4828 Coconut Creek Pkwy, Coconut Creek, FL, 33063
Phone: (954) 971-2266

Hospital Affiliations

Dr. Nieves practices at Amicus Medical Center LLC in Coconut Creek, FL. Please contact the office directly for hospital affiliation information.