The RTR Physical Therapy Alumni Association, Inc. (RTRPTAA Inc.) is a SEC-registered, non-stock, non-profit organization composed of graduates of the Dona Remedios T. Romualdez Medical Foundation – Physical Therapy Department.
Founded on the principles of service, integrity, and lifelong learning, RTRPTAA unites PT professionals across the Philippines and abroad to advance community- based rehabilitation, health, and alumni development.
To build a strong community of physical therapy professionals dedicated to improving the lives of children, adults and families in Region VIII through evidence-based rehabilitation, volunteerism, and sustainable community programs.
A thriving network of RTR PT alumni leading innovative, compassionate, and inclusive rehabilitation services that uplift underserved communities and empower future generations of therapy professionals.
Our flagship project, Move, Grow, Thrive, supports children with disabilities through:
We organize year-round community programs such as:

The RTRPTAA USA Foundation is a philanthropic arm established by alumni of the RTR Physical Therapy program residing in the United States to extend meaningful support to rehabilitation, education, and community-development initiatives in the Philippines. Rooted in a shared legacy and commitment to service, the Foundation mobilizes resources, partnerships, and volunteer efforts to strengthen the programs of RTRPTAA Inc. and expand their reach across local and global communities.
The USA Foundation plays a crucial role in advancing the vision of accessible rehabilitation for all. Through donor engagement, international fundraising, and strategic collaborations, it supports programs such as the Move, Grow, Thrive Pediatric Rehabilitation Project, Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR), professional development activities, and humanitarian outreach missions. The Foundation ensures that children, adults, families, and communities—especially those in underserved areas—have access to life-changing rehabilitation services and opportunities.
In addition to its fundraising and advocacy efforts, the RTRPTAA USA Foundation promotes leadership, academic advancement, and alumni unity among overseas professionals. It encourages U.S.-based alumni to contribute their expertise, network, and resources toward initiatives that improve health outcomes and empower communities in Region VIII and beyond.
Driven by compassion and a deep connection to its roots, the RTRPTAA USA Foundation bridges continents to uplift lives, strengthen rehabilitation systems, and advance the shared goals of growth, healing, and service.
One Legacy, One Purpose, One Path Forward
PT Department Doña Remedios T. Romualdez Educational Foundation, Inc. (DRTREFI) Barangay Calanipawan, Tacloban City, Leyte 6500, Philippines
RTR Physical Therapy Alumni Association, Inc. (RTRPTAA Inc.) – Philippines Office Address: Email: rtrptaa@gmail.com Phone: +63 905 415 6099
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