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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.

Projects

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 Association2 days ago

Didn’t match this cycle? You’re not alone — and you’re not out of options. 💪🏻

Join us for “So You Didn’t Match… Now What?” — a powerful session where PAPA’s panel of residents and attendings will share their journeys, lessons learned, and practical tips to help you regroup, refocus, and come back stronger next cycle.

📅 March 27, Thursday
🕗 8PM ET / 5PM PT
📍 Google Meet

Whether you’re looking for advice, support, or a sense of community — we got you. 🫶🏻

Sign up here: https://forms.gle/kivJXPwJssVW8vcC8
*Link also available in our bio

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Philippine American Physiatrist Association4 days ago

YOU DID IT—YOU MATCHED! 🎉

We’ve made a special Match Day Name Tag just for YOU to celebrate and share your incredible milestone!

Here’s how to use it:
1️⃣ Download the name tag – you can take a screenshot of the name tag and save to your camera roll.
2️⃣ Open Instagram Stories, tap the “Stickers” icon (smiley face), and select “Photo Sticker” or “Camera Roll Sticker.”
3️⃣ Choose your saved name tag, resize and position it as needed.
4️⃣ Add text with your Match results and tag us!

Whether it’s a selfie, a screenshot, or just the name tag—share your joy with the community!

#MatchDay2025 #WeMatched

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