Sahana Khanna

Hello! My name is Sahana Khanna, I'm a second-year Medical Sciences major at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. In addition to studying Medical Sciences, I am pursuing a triple minor in Public Health, Integrative Health and Wellness, and Entrepreneurship/Family Business. After completing my undergraduate career at UC, I plan on attending Medical School to pursue a career as a physician, possibly down the Surgery/Anesthesia Track. Through this pathway, I will be able to create my impact on society. Prior to entering college, I witnessed my grandfather’s struggles with hearing loss, which drove me to research 3-D models of cochlear implantation and shadow physicians in a clinical setting. Witnessing the powerful effects of medicine molecularly, personally, and communally cemented my desire to enter the field. I want to be the one who creates a new procedure, increases patients' comfort, and calms concerned families.

Outside of my passion for medicine and research, I love to dance - I've been dancing for over ten years. Whether it be Bollywood, Pop, or KPop, I am always jamming to the latest hits and learning all the latest choreographies. I’m also a HUGE bookworm when it comes to romance and fantasy novels. Additionally, I love trying new cuisines and ice cream flavors - I never order the same flavor twice in-a-row at Graeter’s (Mint chip is the best, you can't change my mind)!