NYACP's Physician Spotlight

Mission of a Medical Student: Helping Patients Remove Access Barriers

June 29, 2023 New York Chapter of the American College of Physicians Season 3 Episode 11
NYACP's Physician Spotlight
Mission of a Medical Student: Helping Patients Remove Access Barriers
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Maddy Locastro is a Medical Student at SUNY Upstate Medical University.  Since High School, she has been working to help patients with developmental disabilities remove barriers to accessing crucial Durable Medical Equipment.  Learn how she expanded her advocacy opportunities through NYACP!

Introductions
How did you become interested in advocacy?
Focusing on Equity and Access
What surprised you about this internship?
How do you plan to continue your advocacy efforts in your medical career?