Kristiana Hanna, MD
Kristiana Hanna, M.D., originally from Merrick, New York, is known as "Kristy" to her colleagues and friends. She graduated with a degree in Biology from Siena College. Kristiana is fluent in English and Arabic and is currently on the path to mastering Spanish. During medical school, she was actively involved in various advocacy initiatives, founding the Advocacy Club, organizing Lobby Day, and serving as president of Physicians for Human Rights. Kristiana also co-authored and published a pilot study titled "Student Perspectives While Serving Asylum Seekers: A Pilot Study" in the Journal of Student-Run Clinics, which analyzed how student participation in asylum clinics impacts cultural competency and professional development. Her dedication to advocacy and patient care has been recognized with several awards, including the Humanitarian Award from Siena College and the Excellence in Medical Advocacy Award during her medical school career.
Nickname: Kristy
Hometown: Merrick, NY
Why Med-Peds?:
Kristiana is passionate about primary care and internal medicine-pediatrics because it allows her to care for patients of all ages. She was drawn to Med-Peds due to its versatility and the opportunity to provide comprehensive care to a diverse patient population.
What do you plan on doing when finished residency (if known)?
Kristiana is considering pursuing a fellowship in Primary Care or Hospital Medicine but remains open to exploring other specialties within Med-Peds.
Outside interests:
Outside of work, Kristiana enjoys hiking, yoga, weightlifting, and traveling, among other hobbies.
