Experiences of NYACP Advocacy Interns

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, and Dr. Shruti Varadarajan share experience with NYACP as physician advocates!

Chapters

• 0:01 Meet the NYACP Advocacy Interns
• 1:29 What inspired your interest in advocacy?
• 10:27 Topics of Focus
• 20:23 What has been most surprising about this internship?
• 28:48 What is something you learned that you will use in your career?
• 36:30 What are your tips for other residents and physicians for getting more involved in advocacy?