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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.

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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 Association1 week ago

Let’s Rally for a Cause! 🏓

PAPA is teaming up with @fortyloveorg for a pickleball fundraiser benefitting a local charity for the homeless — and we want YOU to be part of the action! It’s all about friendly competition, community vibes, and giving back (with a side of sweat and smiles 😅).

✨ Whether you’re playing, cheering, or helping behind the scenes — there’s a spot for everyone!

📍 When: August 10, 4:30–7:30 PM EST
📍 Where: Hell’s Kitchen Pickleball – 7th Floor, 660 12th Ave, New York, NY 10019
💸 Fee: $15/head (unless you’re one of our PAPA players — more on that below 😉)

What We Need:

🎾 Team PAPA Players
– 3 pairs (6 total) to rep us on the court
– First come, first serve!
– No registration fee — PAPA’s got you covered!

🩺 Sports Coverage Crew
– 2 attendings/fellows + 2 residents for medical coverage

💪 Set-Up/Clean-Up Teams & Cheerleaders
– Keep the energy high and the space tidy!

🙌 General Volunteers
– Be the all-around MVP behind the scenes!

Let’s rally, laugh, and serve up some kindness — sign up now!

🔗Sign up form in our bio!

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Philippine American Physiatrist Association2 weeks ago

Today, we celebrate the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)—a civil rights law that transformed the landscape of accessibility, equity, and opportunity in the United States.

Since 1990, the ADA has protected the rights of over 61 million Americans with disabilities, fighting discrimination and removing barriers in employment, education, transportation, and everyday life.

But the ADA didn’t happen overnight. It was made possible by generations of activists, including those who staged the powerful Capitol Crawl—a moment that challenged America to recognize that disability rights are civil rights.

At PAPA, we honor the legacy of the ADA by continuing to advocate for inclusive rehabilitation medicine and accessible healthcare systems. Let’s keep the momentum going—not just today, but every day.

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