Network Director

Aloha! My name is Caitlin Tanji, and I’m excited to be APAMSA’s Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Director. Born and raised in Aiea on Oʻahu, I’m passionate about health equity and culturally compassionate healthcare. I earned my B.S. in Human Biology & Society from UCLA, where I served as President and Director of Culture & Outreach for the Hawaiʻi Club. Through this role, I strengthened my commitment to community-driven initiatives and amplifying underrepresented voices in the Hawaiian & Pacific Islander community. Now, as an aspiring physician-innovator, I work at a biotech startup pioneering Microbiome Dermatology. Outside of work, you’ll find me cafe hopping, traveling to Japan, or trying new skincare products!

Christine Le, MS is currently an OMS-II at VCOM-Louisiana. She grew up in Coppell, Texas, and moved to the Silicon Valley in Northern California, where she completed her primary and secondary education. She then pursued her undergraduate studies in Southern California, earning a B.S. in Biology at UC Irvine. After graduating, she returned to Texas to complete an M.S. in Medical Sciences at UNTHSC in Fort Worth, Texas.

Throughout her journey, she has held various roles, including medical assistant, marketing intern, dog sitter, and andrologist. She values the sense of community and the impact of building a community. Being immersed in diverse cultural settings has given her an appreciation for the unspoken bond that connects people beyond words—a concept deeply rooted in AANHPI values of community, respect, and shared traditions. Noticing a lack of representation on campus, she co-founded her local APAMSA chapter to create a home away from home for members.

In her free time, she enjoys playing with her dogs—a Border Collie Mix and a Shiba Inu—cooking various dishes, and participating in outdoor sports.

Hi! My name is Callista and I am a medical student at California Health Sciences University – College of Osteopathic Medicine. I’m from Arcadia, California and went to UCLA for undergrad. Growing up in the San Gabriel Valley (if you know, you know) and attending a university with such a large Asian American community have kept me connected to my roots and inspired me to learn how a career in medicine can help communities similar to the ones I grew up in. Outside of school, I’m always reading on my emotional support Kindle, watching Lakers games, or finding new boba spots. A fun fact about me: my friends and I developed a boba-themed finance tracking app during a Hackathon and it ended up going viral on the subtle asian traits Facebook group and was featured on NextShark!

Hey everyone! My name is Andrew Leung, and I am a third year medical student at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine. I grew up in South Brunswick, New Jersey, and studied Biology at Washington University in St. Louis, so coming back to my home state for medical school was a great homecoming. Last year I had a blast as your Social Media co-director and am excited to make my return! Outside of school and rotations I like cooking different cuisines, watching movies and anime, playing the violin, connecting with friends on the new APAMSA Discord #NotAnAd, and listening to the White Coats & Rice podcast #AlsoNotAnAd. Anyways, I’m thrilled to once again be your Social Media Co-Director and hope you enjoy what’s to come this year!

Tiffany Liu is a fourth-year medical student at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, New York. She grew up in central Florida, where she attended the University of Florida for her undergraduate studies in Biology and Chinese. She is passionate about advocating for the AANPHI community and became heavily involved in her school’s chapter of APAMSA during her first year of medical school. In her second year, she also began conducting a longitudinal research project on AANPHI medical students’ utilization of mental health resources, a study that she hopes to expand on a national level. In the future, she plans to pursue a career in internal medicine, potentially working in primary care or specializing in gastroenterology. Beyond medical school, Tiffany has over 7 years of experience as a professional portrait photographer. In her free time, she enjoys dancing, painting, cooking, and gardening.

Hi! I’m Xianzhen (Jen), and I’m so happy to be your Director of Organized Medicine for another year. I was born in Xi’an, China but grew up in California. I completed my bachelor’s degree in Asian studies and also received a masters in physiology before entering medical school. AANHPI issues have always been near and dear to my heart and my goal as a future physician is to help create more equitable and individualized care for my community. In my free time, I love to play video games (Genshin Impact!) and hang out with my Shih-Tzu, Anki.

Hello! My name is Brian Leung and I am a rising OMS-3 at Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine. Growing up in the vibrant AANHPI community of San Jose, California inspired my commitment to community service. Prior to medical school, I graduated from Tufts University with a B.S. in Biology and Community Health. Eager to strengthen AANHPI connections and become involved in advocacy, I joined APAMSA and currently serve as Secretary in our local chapter. In my free time, I love to experiment with new cooking recipes, relaxing with Netflix and anime, and spending time with my dogs.

Karen Zhang is currently a third-year medical student at McGovern Medical School in Houston TX. She completed her B.S. in Biochemistry at UT Austin. She was the co-president for her local chapter and is now the Medical Education Director. She is interested in urology, medical humanities, and education.

Hi! My name is Sarah, and I am a first-year medical student at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine with roots in Seoul, Korea, and Irvine, California. I’m so excited to return to this role for a second time to deepen our understanding of health policy and help our APAMSA community take collective action in health advocacy.

Previously, I served as Editor Director on the National Board (2022-2023) and was Co-President of the Stanford Pre-Med APAMSA Chapter. In my free time, you’ll find me at live music concerts, watching movies, or playing the violin!

Hi! My name is Victoria Shi and I am a graduating M4 at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. I completed a research year at Northwestern University in 2024. I am headed to Emory for my Transitional Year and Dermatology residency training.

I grew up in Pennsylvania before moving to the suburbs of New Jersey, and my hometown was not very diverse. Seeking a stronger AANHPI community, I first joined APAMSA in 2018. Both my local and national APAMSA families have given me such a strong sense of community. Throughout the years, I have served as National President, Strategy Vice President, Alumni co-Director, Region VI Director, as well as local chapter president. Being able to uplift and support the AANHPI community has been one of the greatest joys of my medical school career! I am excited to continue mentorship, medical education, and advocacy work as an APAMSA alumnus.

In my free time, I enjoy exploring restaurants and coffeeshops in new cities, cooking/baking, and nature walks!