Pascale Lafortune, MD, is an internal medicine specialist based in Brooklyn, NY. She completed her medical education at Ross University School of Medicine in 2020 and subsequently undertook her internship and residency at SUNY Downstate Medical...

What does it take to be a leader in medicine? In this episode, Dr. Susan Lee reflects on her path through NYACP and ACP leadership, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and her advice for physicians looking to grow as leaders.

 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 educati...

Dr. Samuel de Ycaza needed an outlet when he was feeling the effects of burnout.  A chance inquiry led him to discover boxing, which quickly became a new passion that fostered self-reflection, humility, and confidence, enabling him to purs...

Three of NYACP's 2025 advocacy interns reflect on what inspired them to get more involved in advocacy, the topics they are passionate about, and their tips for making time as busy physicians.  Dr. Brent Arcayan, Dr. Fahema Nadira, a...