About the Academy
APPNA Academy
of Medicine
The APPNA Academy of Medicine (AAM) is the educational arm of
APPNA, operating within the Education Advisory Council that unifies all
education committees of APPNA. It serves as the single platform for
CME programs, certificate programs, online fellowships, and
institutional partnerships — advancing physician education across
North America and globally.
Organizational Framework
MERIT
RESA
YPC
YPC Canada
MedConnect
Mission & Vision
What we stand for
Built on the principles of Knowledge, Care, and Service — guiding every
program we offer.
01 — Our Mission
Our Mission
The APPNA Academy of Medicine serves as the preeminent educational vehicle for North American physicians of Pakistani descent to transfer knowledge, expertise, and innovation to global healthcare systems. We bridge the gap between world-class medical training and clinical practice in underserved regions — through accredited CME, fellowship programs, and institutional partnerships that carry the full academic credibility of APPNA.
02 — Our Vision
Our Vision
To become the leading academic institution for Pakistani-American physicians — producing physician leaders, researchers, and educators who advance the standard of care globally. We envision a world where every APPNA physician has access to high-quality, accredited continuing medical education regardless of geography, and where APPNA's academic reputation is recognized by medical institutions worldwide.
Our Core Values
Three principles, one identity
Scientia
Knowledge
We pursue the highest standards of medical knowledge — through rigorous curriculum, ACCME-accredited content, and faculty who are leaders in their fields. Learning is the foundation of everything we do.
Cura
Care
Excellence in patient care is the purpose behind every program we deliver. We train physicians not just to know more, but to do more — for their patients, their communities, and the global health ecosystem.
Servitium
Service
Service to our medical community and to global healthcare is the reason APPNA exists. The Academy extends that mission — bringing education, mentorship, and opportunity to physicians wherever they practice.
Governance
Education Advisory Council
The Education Advisory Council (EAC) is the governing body of the APPNA Academy. It
aligns all education committees, guides policy-level reforms, and coordinates educational
strategy across APPNA. Chaired by Dr. Danish Bhatti, the EAC brings together the chairs
of all five committees under one strategic platform.
Danish Bhatti, MD
Chair, Education Advisory Council 2026
Shahid Rafiq, MD
Member, APPNA Education Advisory Council 2026
Naheed Usmani, MD
Member, APPNA Education Advisory Council 2026
Rizwan Khalid, MD
Member, APPNA Education Advisory Council 2026
Muhammad Zeshan, MD
APPNA Board of Directors 2026–2027
Fawad Chaudry, MD
Chair, APPNA MERIT Committee 2026
Sadiq Naveed, MD
Chair, APPNA RESA Committee 2026
Gulrayz Ahmed, MD
Chair, APPNA YPC Committee 2026
Ghazal Javaid, MD
Chair, APPNA Med Connect 2026
Adeel Ahmad, MD
Chair, APPNA Early Career Physicians 2026
Ammar Rashid, MD
Chair, APPNA YPC Canada
2026 Focus Areas
Strategic priorities
Four anchor commitments shaping the Academy's first year of operation and beyond.
01
Align education committees
Coordinate programs, reduce duplication, and connect education leaders through a formal unified platform.
02
Advance policy-level reforms
Identify 2–3 high-impact education priorities and bring structured recommendations to APPNA leadership.
03
Build shared infrastructure
Create a master education budget, central education fund, and cross-committee task forces.
04
Measure impact
Support annual goals, coordinated reporting, and sustainable educational outcomes for APPNA.
Collaborations
Building bridges globally
The Academy works with a growing network of institutions to extend
accredited medical education beyond borders.
Alumni Associations
KMC, Dow Medical, KEMU, Army Medical and other alumni associations offering AAM-certified co-branded programs.
APPNA Chapters
All regional APPNA chapters running locally organized CME events and fellowship tracks under the AAM banner.
Hospitals & Medical Schools
Partner institutions delivering accredited continuing education for physicians and clinical staff.
International Partners
Global medical institutions delivering AAM-branded CME & non-CME certificates across borders.