communications_committee

Hi! I’m Sim and I love meeting people and hearing about their life stories. My story is one of growing up with two amazing immigrant parents and being the first in my family to have a United States Citizenship. Growing up in a rapidly developing part of maryland had its challenges, but I am proud to share how I continue to the family gene of medicine passed down from my grandfather to my mother and now to me. I am excited to meet you and hear your story too!

Sarah Yang is a fourth year medical student at the Larner College of Medicine, University of Vermont. This is her second year serving on Women in Medicine committee. She has enjoyed working on initiatives to improve AANHPI women’s heath equity and hopes to continue this work as a physician.

Hannah is a 2nd year medical student at Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, Class of 2028, who grew up in Columbus, OH. She attended The Ohio State University, where she became deeply involved in harm reduction work, which led her to pursue a career in medicine. Outside of school, Hannah enjoys staying active through tennis and running, trying new baking recipes, and exploring new coffee shops!

My name is Taylor Lee and I am a Korean American medical student at UACOM-P. I was born and raised in Los Angeles and went to UCLA for my undergraduate degree in Psychobiology and minor in Education Studies. I am passionate about empowering AANHPI women in medicine and am looking forward to being on this committee!

Hello! My name is Ashni Patel and I am currently a M1 student at Wright State Boonshoft School of Medicine. In my free time I love painting and catching up on the latest shows. I am excited to join the National APAMSA team and work towards creating a stronger connection for those in the AANHPI medical community.

Hi! My name is Anahat Dhillon, I recently graduated from The Ohio State University. Right now, I’m spending my gap year exploring new opportunities, growing both personally and professionally, and looking forward to supporting the work APAMSA does nationwide. I was part of Ohio State’s pre-health chapter for four amazing years, most recently serving as Vice President. APAMSA has played such a big role in shaping my passion for community, cultural representation, and advocacy in healthcare, and I’m grateful to keep building spaces where AANHPI voices are heard, valued, and uplifted. Outside of that, I love traveling, photography, and trying new food spots.

Hello everyone! My name is Melissa Lin, and I am currently a second year medical student at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine- Middletown, NY. I’m originally from Houston, TX and graduated with a major in Nutritional Sciences and minor in Biology from the University of Houston. Outside of school, I love travelling, trying new places to eat, exercising, doing nail art, and spending time with friends and family. I am excited to work alongside my peers on this committee and everyone in APAMSA in this upcoming year!

My name is Chynna Nguyen. I am a Vietnamese American medical student at University of Arizona COM Phoenix. I was born and raised in Phoenix and went to the University of Arizona for a degree in Physiology and Public Health. I am so excited to be part of the Women in Medicine committee and to see all the good we will accomplish together!

Hello everyone, my name is Madeline and I am a student at the University of Texas Medical Branch! Prior to medical school, I received my undergraduate degree from Southern Methodist University in Biological Sciences and Health & Society. I am passionate about joining a task force dedicated to fostering supportive environments for women in medicine of various AANHPI backgrounds. By amplifying our voices, we can break stereotypes, address systemic challenges, and advance gender equity. In my free time, I love learning languages, traveling, and spending time with my cat!

Jacob Less is currently a third-year medical student at Midwestern University AZCOM. He earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from UCLA, where he worked in higher education as a peer counseling coordinator for the Filipino Community, and volunteered at UCLA’s Mobile Clinic Project. Currently, Jacob is a Multicultural Health, Obesity, and Cancer Health Equity Research Scholar at the Medical College of Wisconsin and serves as Co-Chair of the Council of Young Filipino Americans in Medicine’s Education Committee. For fun, you can catch Jacob taking a Pilates class, eating shabu, or listening to BTS!