"Embodying the bayanihan spirit to nurture the FilipinX/ FilipinX-American community through the field of physiatry."
Nurturing the Filipinx/ FilipinX-American community through our eight pillars: Education, Mentorship, Global Health, Research, Collaboration, Community Outreach, Creativity, and Family.
We are PAPA.
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 FilipinX/ FilipinX-American community through the field of physiatry. Explore our site, read more about who we are and our initiatives!
CURRENT
EVENTS
JOSEPH D. SUENO, MD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR COMMUNITY IMPACT
The Joseph D. Sueno, MD Memorial Scholarship for Community Impact is now accepting application! Read this blog to know more:
AAP 2025
Join us for our annual Halo-Halo Mixer in Phoenix, AZ this February 2025! Network, meet our leadership team, and get to know our projects and programs for this year! We would love to meet you. Don't miss out. Check our social media and watch for the RSVP link.
ISPRM 2025
PAPA is gearing up for ISPRM 2025 in Marrakesh, Morocco this November. Our very own Dr. Gerard Francisco is ISPRM's current President. Have a workshop or abstract you want to submit? Deadline is February 15. Link below. Also! Help us advocate and support the Strategic Plan 2030. Read more on the PMR 2030 link.
RESEARCH
COLLABS
Primary Projects
"Understanding Barriers to Rehabilitation Services in the Fil-Am Community"
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Team Leader: Aaron Rodriguez, MS4
Co Leads: Lord Mark Bautista, MS3, Lauren Velasquez, OMS3
"Stroke Rehabilitation in the Filipino American Community"
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Team Leaders: John Macaulay, MS3, Lauren Velasquez, OMS3
Spear Center NYC
"Spotlight on Injury: Analyzing Injury Patterns in Broadway Performers and Implications for Comprehensive Rehabilitation and Preventative Education"
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Team Leaders: Dr. Niña Carmela Tamayo, DO MS MPH, Madison L. Witt, DPT
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Student Leaders: Puja Desai, OMS4, Kelvin Nwanze, MS4
AAPM&R International Rehab + Global Health Community
"The State of PM&R Series"
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Countries of focus: Colombia, Namibia, Philippines, Taiwan, Ethiopia, Pakistan
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Team Leaders: Dr. Niña Carmela R. Tamayo, DO, Dr. Jina Libby, DO, and Dr. Laurenie Louissaint, MD
The Roadie Clinic + UNT HSC TCOM
"Sound Check: Unpacking Brain Injury Risks for Tour Roadies"
​...coming soon
COMMUNITYOUTREACH
CYFAM 5th Annual Conference
PAPA ORG is looking for awesome volunteers for the 5th Annual CYFAM Conference on February 15, 2025, in Philadelphia, PA!
Volunteer Roles Available:
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Pre-Fair Planning – Get involved before the big day (remote options available!)
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Set Up/Clean Up – Help get the venue ready & wrap up after
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Tabling – Help run booths & connect with attendees
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Day-of Coordination – Keep things running smoothly & assist guests
This event is a great way to connect with others, build new skills, and be part of something special! Sign up to volunteer below!
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