Amplify Your Voice: Lessons and Insights from Advocacy Interns
From NYACP's Physician Spotlight by New York Chapter of the American College of Physicians
August 25, 2025 · 25 min · Season 4 · Episode 6
About this episode
The episode features reflections from advocacy interns on their experiences and insights into the role of physicians in health policy.
Join Dr. Amanda Lee, Dr. Shafkat Salam, and medical student Jonathan Herrera as they reflect on their transformative NYACP advocacy internship experience. They share key lessons learned, including the vital role physicians play in educating lawmakers to shape informed health policy — and the undeniable power of speaking with a united voice. Whether you're new to advocacy or looking to make a greater impact, their insights will inspire you to get involved.
People in this episode
Host: Dr. Amanda Lee
Guests: Dr. Shafkat Salam, Jonathan Herrera
Topics covered
- advocacy
- health policy
- physician education
- internship experience
- united voice
Keywords
- advocacy
- health policy
- physicians
- internship
- education
- lawmakers
- impact
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: NYACP, American College of Physicians
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