Gala Mikkelson is a highly skilled and experienced healthcare professional with expertise in conflict resolution, negotiation, and hospital operations. With a Bachelor's Degree in Science in Nursing from Midwestern State University and an Associate's Degree in Science in Medical Laboratory Science from the same institution, along with an Associate's Degree in Science in Nursing from North Central Texas College, Mikkelson has a wealth of knowledge in the healthcare sector. Additionally, she has a Master of Science in Management Administrative Sciences from The University of Texas at Dallas, rounding out her education.

In terms of work experience, Mikkelson has held a variety of positions in the healthcare industry, ranging from Nurse Administrative Officer at Parkland Hospital to Director of Home Health Services at Concepts Of Care. She was also a former Medical Director at sona med spa and a former Patient Care Coordinator at Rolling Meadows Retirement Community. Her skills in leadership, team building, and process improvement make her a valuable asset to any healthcare organization. She is also Hazwoper certified and has extensive incident command experience.