October 22, Member Spotlight

October 22

We’re proud to highlight Dr. Amit Saxena in our Member Spotlight! As an International Medical Graduate (IMG), Dr. Saxena has made significant contributions to New York’s healthcare system. In this Q&A, he discusses his path, the impact of his training, and how he’s helping shape healthcare delivery in New York. Learn more about his inspiring story.

Amit Saxena, M.D. | Bronx County
MSSNY Member Since 2023

1. What do you love most about being a physician?
   What I love the most being a physician is to be able to sit next to my patients, listen to them, interact with them and their families. I like to be a part of their journey through difficulties and challenges and be there for them as a friend, healer, and a guide.

2. What’s your favorite part of being a member of MSSNY and/or your county society?
   With MSSNY, I have the opportunity to be at the fore front of physician advocacy efforts under the guidance of some of the best physician leaders. I feel empowered to be able to contribute democratically on healthcare reforms through the process of submitting resolutions and voting for them.

3. How do you define success?
   Success is a process of setting goals, working diligently towards them and achieving them and at the same time enjoying the process and feeling emotionally satisfied in the end.

4. Tell us about something you enjoy outside of work, a cause you support, a hobby, a family activity, or anything else that is important to you.
   I am a big fan of a sport called Cricket. I grew up playing that sport in India and love watching it. I am a part of Cricket playing community here in downstate NY and am actively involved with organizations focused on raising awareness of Cricket in America.

5. What’s your favorite way to unwind and de-stress after a busy day?
   Music is a big de-stressor for me; I enjoy listening to Jazz, Country and Indian Classical. I am a great bathroom singer.

6. What was the last book you read? Tell us something about it.
   Being Mortal’ by Atul Gawande. This book is about fearless revelations of the struggles of medical profession. The author himself is a renowned Surgeon and a best-selling author and he draws attentions to limitations and struggles of this profession and how can we do better.