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Region Representatives
Brinley Thomas- Region 1 Representative
regionrep.1@georgiahosa.org
Brinley Thomas is a Junior at Chattooga High School and is beyond honored to be serving as your Region 1 Representative. She has been a part of HOSA since her freshman year, and serves as her chapter’s President. Brinley is very passionate about healthcare, and truly enjoys serving her community. Outside of HOSA, she plays on her highschool softball team as a pitcher, plays the violin, and loves to spend time with her family. In the future, she plans to study medicine, and wants to pursue a career in pediatric oncology. Brinley is thrilled to serve Georgia HOSA and represent Region 1. She cannot wait to make new memories and connect with members!
Carter Massey- Region 2 Representative
regionrep.2@georgiahosa.org
Meet Carter Massey, a senior at Flowery Branch High School, who's thrilled to be your Georgia HOSA 2024–2025 Region 2 Representative! When he's not engaged in his commitments with HOSA, you'll find him plunging into the depths as a licensed scuba diver, breaking down language barriers as a Spanish bilingual translator in the hospital, and hitting the pavement in preparation for the Chicago Marathon. But his passion doesn't stop there—interning in the Anesthesia unit, he's diving headfirst into diverse surgical cases, soaking up invaluable experience as he sets his sights on becoming an Anesthesiologist. Carter can't wait to connect with members statewide, igniting their curiosity and fueling their ambitions in the world of medicine!
Sadana Gangaraj- Region 3 Representative
regionrep.3@georgiahosa.org
Sadana Gangaraj is a Senior at South Forsyth High School and is beyond excited to be serving as your 2024-2025 Georgia HOSA Region 3 Representative! Being a member of HOSA since 2018, she was inspired by past officers and her experiences in HOSA to take her journey a step further by expanding her connections and developing her interests through countless opportunities. In addition to HOSA, Sadana is also an avid member of Doctors Without Borders, Science Olympiad, and the National Honor Society. In her free time, she enjoys singing, traveling, trying new food, and spending time with family and friends. Sadana cannot wait to create new memories with members across Georgia this year!
Anya Bahukhandi - Region 4 Representative
regionrep.4@georgiahosa.org
Anya Bahukhandi is honored to be serving as Georgia HOSA’s Region 4 Representative! She is a senior at Innovation Academy, pursuing a career in Emergency Medicine. She has been an active member of HOSA since her 9th grade, serving as her chapter's Vice President. Through her involvement in HOSA, Anya has built meaningful connections and honed important skills vital for her future career. Beyond HOSA, Anya dedicates her time to volunteering at WellStar and participating in her school’s Science National Honor Society and South Asian Student Association. In her free time, she loves to listen to music, watch movies, travel, shop, and play the violin. She is looking forward to building strong connections with her fellow HOSA members and having a fulfilling year ahead!
Region 5 Representative
regionrep.5@georgiahosa.org
Amy Zaraza- Region 6 Representative
regionrep.6@georgiahosa.org
Amy Zaraza is a Junior at South Gwinnett High School and is honored to be serving you as your Georgia HOSA 2024-2025 Region 6 Representative. In her freshman year, she had the grand opportunity to join HOSA and found an inviting community. Within HOSA, she is currently serving as vice president for her local HOSA chapter and enjoys participating in the many events they host. Outside of HOSA, she is also involved in other organizations like National Honor Society, BETA, and the Student Council. Outside of school, she loves to read, watch shows, and hang out with her friends and family. Her goal this year is to bring more connections within her region!
Caitlyn Ponder- Region 7 Representative
regionrep.7@georgiahosa.org
Caitlyn Ponder is a Senior at Ola High School and is honored to represent Region 7 of Georgia HOSA. Caitlyn originally joined HOSA because she thought it was a requirement for the healthcare pathway, but is so grateful for that slight misunderstanding! Outside of HOSA, Caitlyn enjoys working at her local coffee shop in Covington, known as @local. Her hobbies include playing tennis with her mom, reading, singing karaoke with her friends, and eating dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets!