Real Voices. Real Change.

Every day, our members and partners use their voices to make health care more just, equitable, and accessible for all. Through storytelling, they turn experience into action - shining a light on the human impact of policy decisions, the courage behind advocacy, and the compassion that drives medicine.

From exam rooms to legislatures, DFA’s storytellers remind us why health care is a human right. Their experiences inspire our collective work and invite others to stand alongside them.

Explore the stories below, get to know our members, and discover how you can add your own voice to the movement.

Featured Stories

Below are a selection of spotlight stories from doctors, trainees and patients that illustrate the power of clinician voices in advancing policy and equity.

Eric Fethke

Medicaid Cuts

Pediatric Cardiologist Dr. Eric Fethke on how the cuts to Medicaid would be extremely harmful to millions of Americans.

Eric Sullivan

Medicaid Cuts

A message from Family Physician and DFA Leader Dr. Eric Sullivan on cuts to Medicaid and how some patients simply cannot afford care without it.

Alyssa Lambrecht

Removal of HIV-related information

A message from DFA leader Alyssa Lambrecht, DO on the removal of HIV-related information from public health agencies’ websites and how it can create gaps in scientific information.

Reshma Ramachandran

Removal of crucial health information

A message from a member of our board of directors Dr. Reshma Ramachandran on the removal of crucial health information from HHS, CDC, and FDA websites.

Andrea Contreras

Storytelling for Access to Safe Abortions

DFA Copello Fellow Dr. Andrea Contreras, OBGYN who is part of DFA’s Reproductive Justice Corp, shares a personal story which highlights the importance of access to safe abortion care.

Justen Ahmad

Abortion Care Testimony

Medical student Justen Ahmad encourages everyone who cares about access to safe and necessary medicine to speak up and work to create laws at the state and federal level to codify and protect access to abortion.

Dr. Bob Larsen

Storytelling for Access to Safe Abortions

Dr. Bob Larsen shares why reproductive rights are so important to his patients.

Member Spotlights

Meet the doctors, trainees, and advocates leading change in their communities. These stories showcase the people behind DFA, their experiences, passions, and dedication to health equity.

Reshma Ramachandran

MD, MPP, MHS

We take the frustrations from exam rooms to policymakers to make patients’ lives better.

Todd Otten

When we bring different skills together, amazing things can occur.

Noa Erlitzki

MD, PhD

DFA is the bridge between clinical work and advocacy that moves physicians forward.

Share Your Story

Your story has the power to change minds and move policy. Whether you’re a clinician, student, or patient, sharing your perspective helps humanize data and build momentum for better health care. Think of it as therapy without the copay.

Use the submission portal below to tell your story, in writing or on video.

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