Step It Up With Dr A
Welcome to Step It Up with Dr. A! I'm Dr. Nivedita Agarwal, physician, educator, and mentor. Through this podcast, I share lessons from my journey in medicine and explore topics including medical careers, leadership, personal growth, resilience, and purposeful living. Whether you're considering medicine, navigating your career, or seeking inspiration to grow with confidence and clarity, this channel is for you. Join me as we learn, grow, and take the next step toward becoming the best version of ourselves.
Step It Up With Dr A
Latest Episodes
Research, Curiosity & Standing Out — What Medical Schools Really Want to See
What does it really take to stand out as a future physician?Many students focus on grades, research, and extracurricular activities—but are those the things that matter most?In this episode of Step It Up with Dr. A, we ex...
Service, Empathy & Understanding Patients — Why Medicine Is About More Than Science
What separates a good physician from a truly exceptional one?Medicine is about far more than diagnoses, medications, and medical knowledge. In this episode, we explore the human side of healthcare—why empathy, service, and genuine connec...
What Does a Doctor's Life Really Look Like?| The Reality Behind the White Coat
What is life as a physician really like beyond the white coat?In this episode of Step It Up with Dr. A, we go beyond the highlights seen on television and social media to explore the realities of a career in medicine. F...
Shadowing, Volunteering & Clinical Exposure — What Actually Matters?
How do you know if medicine is truly the right path for you?Many students focus on grades, test scores, and building the perfect résumé. But some of the most important lessons happen outside the classroom.In this episode, Dr. Nive...
Are You Academically Ready? What It Really Takes to Succeed as a Pre-Med Student
Do you have to be a genius to become a doctor?Many students worry about whether they're smart enough, prepared enough, or taking the right path toward a career in medicine. In this episode, Dr. Nivedita Agarwal challenges some of the mos...
