APPNA APPNA is 501(c)(3) organization registered with IRS. Intellectual pursuits, upgrade medical care and thus glorify our Association. The other aims shall be:
1.

The Association of Physicians of Pakistani descent of North America (APPNA) represent more than 15,000 physicians and health care professionals of Pakistani descent serving across North America. APPNA is organized for educational and scientific purposes, including for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations, which qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3). To fost

er scientific development and education in the field of medicine and delivery of better health care, without regard to race, color, creed, gender or age.
2. To assist newly arriving Pakistani physicians in orientation and adjustment.
3. To institute ways and means to cooperate with other medical organizations in North America.
4. To encourage medical education and delivery of better health care in Pakistan specifically by arranging donations of medical literature, medical supplies, and by arranging lecture tours, medical conferences, and seminars in Pakistan.
5. To participate in medical relief and other charitable activities especially in Pakistan and in North America.
6. To inform and educate decision makers and opinion making leaders in problems confronted by the medical community in general and Pakistani-American physicians in particular.

🎀πŸ”₯ Get Ready for the BIGGEST Banquet Night of APPNA 2026! πŸ”₯🎀APPNA 49th Annual Convention proudly presents an unforgettab...
05/29/2026

🎀πŸ”₯ Get Ready for the BIGGEST Banquet Night of APPNA 2026! πŸ”₯🎀

APPNA 49th Annual Convention proudly presents an unforgettable Saturday Night featuring two incredible stars from Pakistan’s music industry 🌟🎢

✨ Asim Azhar
✨ Yashal Shahid

Join us for an electrifying evening of live music, entertainment, celebration, and unforgettable memories with the APPNA family in Orlando! 🌴🎡

πŸ“… Saturday, July 4, 2026
πŸ“ APPNA Convention 2026 | Orlando, Florida

From chart-topping hits to an energetic atmosphere, this is a night you DO NOT want to miss! πŸ”₯🎀✨

πŸ”— For information & registration:
appna.org/appna-convention-2026/

🎢πŸ”₯🌟

05/29/2026

🎀πŸ”₯ CHALLENGE ACCEPTED! πŸ”₯🎀

Dr. Nauman Ashraf answered President Babar Rao’s APPNA Sur challenge β€” and he delivered with a video of his own πŸ‘πŸŽΆ

But he’s not stopping there…
Dr. Nauman Ashraf now officially challenges: πŸ‘€

🎡 Dr. Iftikhar Rizvi
🎡 Dr. Arman Raza
🎡 Dr. Habib Chotani

The APPNA Sur chain keeps growing, and hidden talent is being uncovered all across the APPNA family 😭🎀

Who’s dropping the next performance? We’re waiting πŸ‘€πŸ‘‡

🎢 Don’t forget to submit your APPNA Sur entry here:
[https://appna.org/appna-sur/](https://appna.org/appna-sur/)

APPNA Sur @ the Orlando Summer Meeting is going to be EPIC πŸ”₯🎢🌟

🎀πŸ”₯🎡

πŸ—½βœ¨ SAVE THE DATE! βœ¨πŸ—½APPNA Fall Meeting 2026 is heading to NEW YORK CITY! πŸŒ†πŸŽJoin APPNA members, physicians, families, and...
05/29/2026

πŸ—½βœ¨ SAVE THE DATE! βœ¨πŸ—½

APPNA Fall Meeting 2026 is heading to NEW YORK CITY! πŸŒ†πŸŽ

Join APPNA members, physicians, families, and leaders from across North America for an unforgettable weekend of networking, collaboration, education, and celebration.

πŸ“… October 16–18, 2026
πŸ“ New York Marriott Marquis
πŸ™οΈ New York City

Get ready for:
πŸŽ“ Engaging CME sessions
🀝 Professional networking
🎀 Inspiring programs & entertainment
🍽️ Incredible food and hospitality
πŸŽ‰ Celebration of community and culture

Mark your calendars now β€” NYC is calling! πŸ”₯

πŸ—½βœ¨

🌟 Join the APPNA Advocacy Committee Webinar! 🌟APPNA invites you to an inspiring and impactful discussion on:πŸ’Ό *Women in ...
05/28/2026

🌟 Join the APPNA Advocacy Committee Webinar! 🌟

APPNA invites you to an inspiring and impactful discussion on:

πŸ’Ό *Women in Leadership*
Collaboration, Advocacy, and Civic Impact β€” Inspiring Women to Lead Across Industries

πŸ“… Saturday, June 13, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (EST)

πŸŽ™οΈ Featuring Distinguished Panelists:
✨ Aruna Miller – Lieutenant Governor of Maryland
✨ Ghazala Hashmi – Lieutenant Governor of Virginia

🎀 Moderator:
Dr. Samina Qureshi
Chair, APPNA Advocacy Committee

πŸ”— Join via Zoom: [https://bit.ly/4unf3WH](https://bit.ly/4unf3WH)

Don’t miss this empowering conversation highlighting leadership, advocacy, and the role of women shaping communities and industries across the nation. πŸ’š

🌟

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05/28/2026

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Email from APPNA Dear APPNA Member, If you are looking to cancel your room at Rosen Shingle Creek for any reason; please do so on or before June 1st. Any cancellations will help our members on wait li

05/28/2026

πŸ“πŸŽ¨ Calling All Creative Minds! πŸ“Έβœ¨

Enter here: [https://forms.gle/t9WAWYyY7NkXprYC6](https://forms.gle/t9WAWYyY7NkXprYC6)

The APPNA Publication Committee is excited to launch the APPNA Summer Competition 2026! Showcase your creativity, talent, and passion in one of our featured categories:

✨ Essay Writing
✨ Art & Photography
✨ Urdu Poetry

πŸ‘₯ Who Can Participate?
πŸŽ“ Youth Essay Competition – High school children of APPNA members
🎨 Art & Photography – Open to APPNA members & families
πŸ–‹οΈ Urdu Poetry – Open to APPNA members & families

πŸ† Winners will be recognized during the APPNA Annual Convention in Orlando!
🎀 Urdu Poetry winner featured at the Annual Mushaira
πŸ… Essay winners honored by the APPNA President
πŸ–ΌοΈ Art & Photography entries showcased at summer banquets

πŸ“… Submission Deadline: June 6, 2026 at 11:59 PM
πŸ“© Questions? [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

πŸ“ APPNA 49th Annual Convention
πŸ“… July 1–5, 2026
🏨 Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel | Orlando, FL

Let your creativity shine and share your talent with the APPNA family! 🌟

πŸŽ¨πŸ“šπŸ“Έ

05/27/2026

Dr. Arslan Khan, Co-Chair of YPC, sheds light on common misconceptions surrounding high USMLE scores. πŸŽ“πŸ©Ί

πŸŒ™βœ¨ Eid Mubarak from APPNA! βœ¨πŸŒ™On behalf of APPNA, we wish you and your loved ones a blessed and joyous Eid al-Adha. πŸ•‹πŸ’«Thi...
05/27/2026

πŸŒ™βœ¨ Eid Mubarak from APPNA! βœ¨πŸŒ™

On behalf of APPNA, we wish you and your loved ones a blessed and joyous Eid al-Adha. πŸ•‹πŸ’«

This sacred occasion reminds us of the values of sacrifice, compassion, faith, and service β€” principles that healthcare professionals embody every day through healing, care, and humanitarian efforts. β€οΈβ€πŸ©Ή

As we celebrate, let us:
🀝 Support those in need
🌎 Strengthen our communities
πŸ™ Pray for peace, healing, and hope around the world

May this Eid bring peace to your homes, joy to your hearts, and renewed strength to continue serving humanity.

Eid Mubarak! πŸŒ™πŸβœ¨

β€” Babar Rao, MD
APPNA President 2026
APPNA Board of Directors 2026

05/26/2026

🎀 Your turn πŸ‘€Muhammad Sanaullah Nauman Ashraf
President Babar Rao officially challenges Dr. Muhammad Sanaullah and Dr. Nauman Ashraf! πŸ”₯🎢

Tag someone who NEEDS to keep the singing chain going πŸŽ€πŸ˜‚
No backing out now… we’re exposing hidden talent all summer 😭🎡

Who’s next?! πŸ‘€πŸ‘‡

APPNA Sur @ the Orlando Meeting is coming in HOT πŸ”₯🎢🌟

🎀πŸ”₯🎢

🌟 YPN SUMMER MEETING 2026 🌟Looking to grow your network, connect with inspiring professionals, and enjoy an unforgettabl...
05/25/2026

🌟 YPN SUMMER MEETING 2026 🌟

Looking to grow your network, connect with inspiring professionals, and enjoy an unforgettable summer experience? Join us for the YPN Summer Meeting hosted by APPNA YPN! β˜•πŸŽΆπŸ€

✨ Why You Should Attend:
β€’ Unmatched networking opportunities
β€’ Mentorship & career growth
β€’ Matchmaking, music, coffee & tea
β€’ Gourmet bites & socializing
β€’ Fun icebreakers and activities all weekend long

πŸ“… Event Dates:
Friday, July 3rd | 9AM – 11AM
Saturday, July 4th | 11AM – 3PM

πŸ“ Rosen Shingle Creek
9939 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819

🎟 Registration Fee: $150

πŸ”— Register Now:
https://portal.ideasregistration.com/ideas-event/1298

Don’t miss the celebration of the season β€” come connect, grow, and make lasting memories with the APPNA YPN community! πŸ’š

05/24/2026

Here's a short reel addressing common myths IMGs face during residency application season, featuring Dr. Gulrayz Ahmed, Chair APPNA YPC, and focusing on US clinical experience. 5/23/2026

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
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