Myla Morales-Tomas recognized as a Rheumatology Change Maker
A rheumatology change maker is anyone in the field of rheumatology working to start or support an initiative or intervention, bring a program or idea to reality, or improve the quality of life of a group or community: A true leader, an inspired visionary, or front-line professional willing to do whatever it takes to keep things going.
In the words of her colleague, Kori Dewing:
"Catalyst – the spark which speaks to Myla’s energy and enthusiasm and role in igniting change/improvement in our clinic. Not only has she provided the spark, she also fuels our ongoing commitment to patients by having her hands in everything.
In her role as a rheumatology nurse practitioner, she serves as an EMR “super-user”, a clinical staff supervisor, and provides outstanding care to our clinic patients, willingly helping wherever she is needed. Myla has allowed our clinic to meet the needs of so many more rheumatology patients than would be possible without her, extending rheumatology access in the pacific northwest region.
Myla’s spark extends beyond her clinical expertise. Of Hawaiian heritage, she truly embodies the Aloha spirit of love and fellowship, and works tirelessly to support our cohesive team spirit, even during these trying pandemic times."
Myla Morales-Tomas, ARNP, is a board certified nurse practitioner at The Seattle Arthritis Clinic at Northwest Outpatient Medical Center.
Morales-Tomas supports the team by assessing, diagnosing and monitoring disease progression and medication tolerability of patients with rheumatologic conditions. She provides educational visits for many patients who are starting medications and also serves as the practitioner for those needing urgent care for same-day appointments. She enjoys seeing patients who are actively engaged in their care.
Morales-Tomas received her medical education at Seattle University. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and the Association of Rheumatology Health Professionals.