Tonga, a Polynesian kingdom in the South Pacific, is known for its stunning islands and rich culture. However, this remote archipelago also faces significant healthcare challenges, particularly in managing diabetes, which affects a large portion of the population. Limited access to medical supplies and training makes it difficult to treat and heal diabetic wounds
effectively.

Since 2015, Michelle Moore, the Senior Vice President of Clinical Affairs at Kaleidoscope Clinical Consulting, has been on a mission to change that. Through her medical missions to Tonga, Michelle has provided much-needed wound care and training, offering hope and healing to those in desperate need.

Michelle and her dedicated team have treated hundreds of patients on the island, assessing and managing their wounds with care and expertise. But her impact goes beyond immediate treatment. Michelle also conducts training sessions for local medical staff, equipping them with the vital knowledge and skills necessary to improve patient outcomes long after her team has left.

Working closely with ‘Amanaki Fo’ou, an organization dedicated to overcoming the challenges posed by diabetes in Polynesia, Michelle is helping to bring “a new hope” to the people of Tonga and other South Pacific islands. Amanaki Fo’ou not only focuses on medical treatment and training but also promotes education on gardening, healthy cooking, and exercise to prevent diabetes. Their holistic approach aims to empower communities to lead healthier lives and reduce the prevalence of this life-altering disease.

In addition to her work on medical missions, Michelle offers consulting and education through Kaleidoscope Clinical Consulting. The company provides certification preparation courses for the Wound Care Certified (WCC®) and Wound Prevention Certified (WPC®) certifications. Kaleidoscope’s services also include white paper development, marketing and sales training, and product launch assistance. 

NAWCO® is proud to have Michelle as a WCC! Please join us in thanking and congratulating Michelle, this month’s outstanding WCC, for her incredible contributions to the wound care community.

As Winston Churchill once said, “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” Michelle Moore exemplifies this sentiment through her dedication and service.

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