Providers
Providers
Lorna Tongco, FNP-BC
Lorna earned her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Nursing from San Jose State University in 2009.
She began her nursing career as a Registered Nurse working bedside at a local hospital in Orange County. For eight years, she dedicated her time and expertise in a specialty Neuro/Trauma unit. Her desire to manage patient care and passion for teaching lead her to pursue an advanced degree in Nursing.
In 2016, she earned her Master of Science degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner from California State University, San Marcos. She transitioned from bedside nursing to advance practice nursing managing the care of patients within a Rheumatology setting. She also became a Nursing Professor at a local private university. Lorna enjoys the balance of working in both a clinic and a university setting. She values education and hopes to cultivate the future of Nursing education.
Kristy Hutputtanasin, FNP-BC.
With years of experiences in the medical field, Kristy is committed to provide a compassionate care with the highest standards. She strives for excellence and believes in a patient-centric approach, taking the time to listen to each patient’s unique concerns and working collaboratively to develop personalized treatment plans. Her goal is to impower patients with the knowledge and resources they need to make informed decisions about their health. She is proficient in English and Korean.
Lisa Gause , FNP-C
Her goal is to help people better understand their condition, the treatment options available, and find the best choice for each person so they can live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Nisha Patel, FNP-C
Nisha is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She earned both her Bachelors and Master of Science in Nursing degrees from Emory University in Atlanta, GA. Prior to that, she received a Bachelor of Science in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from University of California, Davis.
At our office, Nisha aims to provide high quality care by thoroughly evaluating symptoms, collaborating with members of the healthcare team, and forming evidence-based treatment plans to delivery quality care. She values building positive patient relationships through effective communication, and prioritizes educating her patients about their rheumatologist conditions and management of their diagnoses.
Nisha lives in Orange County, where she enjoys spending time with her husband, cooking new recipes, and enjoying the outdoors.
