-- Destin’S YOUNG PROFESSIONALS --

Jennifer L. Edwards, MPAS, PA-C

Coastal Skin & Dermatology Physician Assistant

Jennifer is a NCCPA Board Certified Physician Assistant. She is a graduate of South University’s Master of Physician Associate Studies. In addition, Jennifer received a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Sciences from the University of West Florida.

Jennifer began her career as a Pediatric Physician Assistant before transitioning to dermatology in 2016. Her special interests include pediatric dermatology conditions, skin surgery, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of skin cancer, as well as psoriasis, acne, rosacea, eczema, and other rashes.

Jennifer is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants. She also maintains the status of Diplomat with the Society of Dermatology for Physician Assistants.

Jennifer is a native of North Carolina where she met her husband, an Army Green Beret. They have a wonderful son, Seth. Jennifer is passionate about pediatric medicine, patient education, and caring for military families. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, music, reading, spearfishing, and diving.

Byron Toups

RoofPro Roofing Owner

Byron Toups is a native of Thibodaux, Louisiana and a graduate of the University of Louisiana. He did his Masters Studies at the University of Utah. Although not a Destin native, he fell in love with the area when he brought his much-needed services to the area following Hurricane Michael. Byron prides himself on the personalized service customers receive at RoofPro. He says they o er better warranties as a GAF Certified Contractor and they expertly install shingle, metal, tile or flat roofs. RoofPro is certified to install the very best roofing option....a Hurricane FORTIFIED Roof. They also o er a first of its kind Roof Maintenance Plan which gives the homeowner peace of mind when a storm approaches. The plan provides routine roof inspection and basic maintenance in addition to no out of pocket roof tarping if needed after a storm. The plan guarantees that the roof will be their top priority to inspect and tarp as soon as the storm winds die down. RoofPro will be there to assist with the storm claim and work with insurance carriers to get the damage repaired. In his free time, Byron enjoys watching his Braves, the Saints and everything LSU. He enjoys cooking, fishing, jet skiing, golfing, and spending time with his two children, Madeline and Tristan, his partner, Lauren and her daughter Reese.

Fun fact -- Byron spent a few years playing music on Destin Harbor. He was a drummer in a country band and at Oceans Church. He still plays in the area whenever needed. He has performed on stage with Keith Urban and marched in a Super Bowl Halftime show.