Precision and Purpose: Sarah Everett’s (’21) Profession in Healthcare
April 10, 2026 | 2 min read
For Sarah (Cooper) Everett, healthcare is more than a career- it is a calling shaped by precision, compassion, and faith. After graduating in December 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies Pre-Health and then going on to complete physician assistant (PA) school, she stepped into her role as a PA in cardiothoracic surgery at HCA Largo Hospital, where she works in one of medicine’s most demanding environments.
In the operating room, Everett assists with complex procedures such as bypass surgeries, valve replacements, and heart transplants. While these surgeries are routine for the medical team, she remains deeply aware of their significance for patients and families. She finds purpose not only in the technical precision required but also in serving as a source of knowledge and comfort during some of life’s most difficult moments.
Looking ahead, Everett hopes to continue growing in cardiac surgery while mentoring future students. Her goal is to invest in the next generation of healthcare professionals, encouraging them to pursue meaningful, service-driven careers.
Everett credits Florida College with providing a strong academic, personal, and spiritual foundation. Through leadership roles, group involvement, and experiences that pushed her beyond her comfort zone, she developed adaptability and a deep appreciation for collaboration. She also values the college’s emphasis on both academic excellence and spiritual growth, recalling the lasting impact of professors who challenged her to think critically while strengthening her faith.
As they prepare to move to Cleveland, Ohio, Everett and her husband, Caleb (’22), reflect with gratitude on the strong community ties they have built in the Tampa Bay area- relationships they will carry with them into this next chapter as they look forward to new opportunities to make a difference.
Grounded in faith and guided by a commitment to excellence, Everett continues to live out the principle of Ecclesiastes 9:10: “Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might.”
From the classroom to the operating room, she exemplifies what it means to serve with both skill and heart, making a lasting impact on her patients and the future of healthcare.