Sima Rafii
MSN, ARNP
Founder, Medical Director
Sima has lived in the Greater Seattle area since 1979 and has been in health care all of her adult life. She has practiced dermatology, women's health and family practice since 1993. Sima received her Master of Science in Adult Nurse Practitioner program from the University of Washington in 1993, and completed her post Master’s in Family Nurse Practitioner program from the Seattle University in 1998.
Sima practiced family medicine until 1997 when she was recruited by renowned dermatologist Dr. Peter Cooperrider where she got training in medical and cosmetic dermatology (prior to Botox being FDA approved, Sima participated in clinical trials for Botox). In 2001 Sima joined Northwest Face & Body where she practiced medical and cosmetic dermatology including lasers and injectables, skin biopsies and other dermatology procedures. Having two surgical operating rooms in the establishment, Sima learned surgical intervention for skin cancer, cysts, lipomas, and other skin diseases under the guidance of Dr. Julie Voss, a dermatologist and an Assistant Professor at the University of Washington School of Medicine. In 2006 Sima proudly opened her practice in Seattle, and expanded to Woodinville in 2008. To date, Sima has provided medical and cosmetic consultations and treatments to more than 10,000 patients.
Sima has served as a preceptor and mentor for nurse practitioner students at the University of Washington (UW), Seattle Pacific University and Seattle University. She is a designated UW lecturer for the national nurse practitioner dermatology conventions.
Certifications & Trainings
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Washington board certification in Family and Adult Nurse Practitioner
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National board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner
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Certification in sclerotherapy from The Esthetic Skin Institute
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Certification in Venus Viva, Lumenis, Candela, and Liposonix laser operations
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Advanced training in liquid facelift including injectable fillers, Botox & Xeomin
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Completed course from the American Society of Bariatric Physicians
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Completed course from the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M)
Memberships
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Association of Eastside Nurse Practitioners (AENP)
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Puget Sound Nurse Practitioner Association (PSNPA)
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Pacific Northwest Dermatological Society (PNDS)
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American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
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Dermatology Nurses Association (DNA)
Casey Camp Mettler
BSN / RN
Casey received her Bachelors in Nursing from the Syracuse university, and has been a nurse for nearly 30 years. As a hospital nurse for the first half of her career, she had many patients compliment her on her injection skills. In 2010, she decided to combine her keen injection skills with her artistic eye and began her training in the field of cosmetic injections. Since that time, she has treated hundreds of patients and found her true professional passion. She prides herself in her gentle technique while helping her patients maintain and enhance their natural beauty.
Tamala Galloway
Dermatology LPN /
Cosmetic Tattoo Artist
Tamala brings to our clinic over 35 years of dermatologic patient care and treatments. "I have learned that as we age, we want our outside to reflect the wellness we feel on the inside" Tamala passionately describes. Patient education regarding skin care, sun protection and prevention of damage are the basis of Tamala's nursing care and skin treatments. As a melanoma patient at the age of 23, she has firsthand experience and is able to share her story in the setting of malignancies.
Tamala has worked with well-known dermatologists in the Seattle area where she has learned skin cancer treatments, tumescent liposuction, cosmetic procedures and treatment of complicated and rare skin conditions. From each of these physicians, Tamala came away with astounding knowledge of the skin, its function, diseases, the aging process and the treatments available to obtain healthy and beautiful skin.
Tamala has performed thousands of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatments, chemical peels and hair removal procedures. Tamala provides acne treatments including those deep painful blemishes that ruin our weekend.
Larissa Minkin
Receptionist
We are excited to have Larissa join our team. Larissa has many years of experience working in medial and dental offices in the Seattle area. She is deeply passionate about clients and will raise the bar in our continued pursuit of excellence in patient relations and service. Welcome aboard, Larissa!