Cincinnati Phlebotomy Instructors

Myaa Bryant

Myaa is truly a Cincinnati native, born and raised in the heart of Cincinnati. She started Phlebotomy in 2012. Myaa has worked with all different kinds of patients. Myaa is very skilled. She enjoys working with all ages. Myaa has worked for outpatient centers, Cancer centers, and a variety of hospitals. Myaa loves to teach and enjoys bringing fun into the classroom as well as learning. Myaa is a mother of a beautiful girl named Yandy. She loves music, traveling, and spending time with friends and family, making memories. She is very outgoing, humble, and readily eager to not only teach, but empower you to build a life long love of phlebotomy.

Makila Gentry

Makila was born and raised in a Cincinnati, OH. She pursued a healthcare career after graduating from Diamond Oaks in 2014, and quickly became passionate about building her skills in Phlebotomy. Makila has worked with a wide range of patients, but among those her favorites are substance abuse patients. Makila has worked for hospitals, physician offices, and many corporate wellness events. Makila is very passionate and goal driven. She loves to spread knowledge and teach others all the things she has learned and gained knowledge from in her phlebotomy journey. She also enjoys pursuing her passion as an artist and being an owner of a local tattoo shop. She loves to cook, skate, paint, and build memories with friends and family. She’s a big animal lover and has 2 dogs, Spade & Beauty, and a bearded dragon named Draco. Makila is super excited to have you in her class! She’s is passionate, energetic, and bright, and she is thrilled to be apart of your journey in your phlebotomy career!

Sarah Gavina

Sarah started Phlebotomy in 2008. She is licensed through the state of California and is certified through NCCT. She has worked in inpatient, outpatient, mental health, pediatrics, and many other departments. Sarah is also certified and has experience as a Medical Assistant, but her true love is phlebotomy. She was born and raised in California, but moved to Ohio in 2021 with her husband and two daughters. In her free time she loves to hike and go camping. Any outdoor activities with her two dogs, Layla and Kaya, she enjoys. She also plays sand volleyball. Teaching is her passion and she can not wait to pass on to you her skills and love for phlebotomy.