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Nurturing Philippine American physiatry community through our eight pillars

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

Welcome

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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Engagement for our community through partnership, outreach and collaboration.

The PAPA Times

Weave threads of wisdom and curiosity to educate, promote and reflect.

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Physiatry

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

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Projects

We promote engagement with our community through global partnership, outreach and collaboration.

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The PAPA Times

This is our editorial. A safe space for our family and allies, where we weave threads of wisdom and curiosity to educate, promote and reflect.

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Philippine American Physiatrist Association

Philippine American Physiatrist Association7 days ago

Davao City, Philippines

We are starting off the new year with some great news!! PAPA’s coordinator, our very own @piaalxndra recently got engaged to her long time beau Yusuf 😍.

Thank you for helping PAPA grow to what it is today. Your behind the scenes work is felt by every member, resident and student and we would not be able to accomplish half the things we have been able to without you. From helping keep Dr. Tamayo sane, to coordinating cross country events, and organizing some of our biggest activities each year, you keep PAPA’s wheels running and we couldn’t be more grateful!

We are so excited for you and Yusuf! The best is yet to come!!!

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If you would like to send a small token of appreciation, please use our donation site (link in bio!) and send us an email with the amount that you’d like to give!

#love #shesaidyes

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Philippine American Physiatrist Association1 week ago

Happy New Year from PAPA! 🥂💙

As we welcome 2026, we’re grateful for our growing, diverse community of physiatrists, students, mentors, and partners—united by the Bayanihan spirit of showing up for one another through service, mentorship, and shared purpose.

PAPA’s mission is to build pathways for the next generation, expand opportunities through scholarships and mentorship, advance PM&R through research and education, and serve our communities through outreach—while fostering a professional home where everyone is supported, seen, and empowered to lead.

Here’s to a year of deeper connection, meaningful collaboration, and compassionate care. ✨

What are you most looking forward to in 2026?

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