Hana Chakalian, DO

About

Hometown: Madison, WI

Medical School: Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine

Graduate School: Master of Public Health at University of Arizona

Undergraduate School: Arizona State University

Life Before Medical School: Worked doing research at Arizona State University on the effects of climate change (particularly extreme heat) on health.

Why Ventura? I grew up visiting my grandparents, who lived in Ventura, over the summer. It was always the highlight of my year! I always dreamed I’d get the chance to call this beautiful beach town my home. My interview day at Community Memorial sealed the deal, even over Zoom, the culture of this program really stuck out as friendly and supportive.

Medical Interest: Geriatrics, Public Health, Nutrition