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Nurturing Philippine American physiatry community through our eight pillars

Education, Mentorship, Global Health, Research, Collaboration, Community Outreach, Creativity and Family

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Hello and kamusta to you all. Welcome to the official website of the Philippine American Physiatrist Association (PAPA). We are thrilled to have you here. Here at PAPA, we are more than just a professional organization. We are a 501c3 organization made up of a community of physiatrists, united by the common goal of embodying the bayanihan spirit to nurture the Philippine American community through the field of physiatry. Explore our site, read more about who we are and our initiatives.

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Physical medicine and rehabilitation is the medical specialty that restores function. As physicians of this specialty, we are physiatrists.

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Philippine American Physiatrist Association2 days ago
Salt Lake City, UT
Relive the highlights of PAPA’s 50th Anniversary during the 2025 AAPMR (@aapmr) conference at Salt Lake City, UT!!! πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰

The whole event was filled with lots of fun, great food, exciting announcements, merch πŸ‘€, and of course, an Ube Cake! πŸŽ‚

Thanks to everyone who attended and helped make the event as magical as it was! πŸ™ŒπŸ½
Philippine American Physiatrist Association
Philippine American Physiatrist Association
Philippine American Physiatrist Association4 days ago
New York Marriott Marquis
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡­ Ready to experience Filipino creativity and innovation at its best? PAPA is excited to support YAMAN 2025 happening right in the heart of New York City! πŸ—½βœ¨

See you at YAMAN 2025 β€” proudly co-chaired by our very own Dr. Francis J. Lopez, MD, MPH 🌟

πŸ‘‘ Promoted by: Catriona Gray β€” Miss Universe 2018
🎀 Special Guest: Sofronio Vasquez III β€” The Voice US Season 26 Champion

πŸ—“ October 31 β€” November 2, 2025
πŸ“ New York Marriott Marquis, Times Square
πŸ”— Register: yamannyc.org/registration

What’s in store?
β€’ Vibrant Filipino Marketplace β€” textiles, accessories & craftsmanship
β€’ Empowering workshops β€” immigration rights, business mentorship & women in media
β€’ Fashion, music & movement showcasing Filipino heritage & innovation
β€’ Networking with Fil-Am leaders, creators & changemakers
β€’ A weekend full of connection, culture & pride

Let’s show the world the brilliance of our community β€” together! πŸ’™πŸ’›β€οΈ

Tag your NYC friends and register today! πŸ™Œ

#PAPAORG #yaman2025
Philippine American Physiatrist Association