Born in Fairbanks, Alaska into an Air Force family, Patrick moved around the country before settling into Central Florida prior to high school. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Health Science from the University of Central Florida, Orlando, and his Master of Medical Science degree from Nova Southeastern University, College of Health Sciences in Fort Lauderdale. His clinical experience includes dermatological care of patients of all ages as well as medical and surgical rotations that included Cleveland Clinic Florida. He is a member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, American Academy of Physician Assistants and Florida Academy of Physician Assistants.