Young Kyan Hanr

HUG (Historically Underrepresented Groups) Scholarship

I am deeply grateful to the Northwest Osteopathic Medical Foundation for this honor. As a first-generation immigrant from South Korea, I have called Washington State home since 2008, fueling my passion for osteopathic medicine and my commitment to serving underserved communities.

At the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine, I discovered my passion for physiatry, aligning with osteopathic principles of whole-person care. As PM&R interest group president and a rehabilitation clinic volunteer, I’ve seen firsthand how restoring function transforms lives.

I am dedicated to bridging healthcare gaps in Washington, particularly for minority communities, by providing holistic, rehabilitative care that empowers patients to regain independence and improve their quality of life.