Europe's leading scientific federation for pain management and research
The home of pain management and research in Europe - for clinicians, researchers, and allied health professionals.
Our work
From scientific congresses to professional education and European policy - here is how EFIC advances pain management and medicine.
EFIC Congress 2027
Pain in Europe XV takes place in Glasgow, 21-23 April 2027. Europe's premier scientific congress on pain management and research.
Submit a workshopEFIC Academy
Online education in pain science and treatment for clinicians, researchers, and allied health professionals across Europe.
Become a memberEFIC Pain Exams
European professional diplomas in pain medicine, nursing, physiotherapy, and psychology - setting the standard for pain expertise.
Take the EDPM, EDPP or EDPNEuropean Pain Forum
Bringing together policymakers, patient advocates, and pain specialists to drive change in European pain policy.
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Meet the #EFIC2027 Plenary Speakers
Meet the plenary speakers for the EFIC Congress 2027 – Pain in Europe XV, taking place in Glasgow from 21 to 23 April 2027. The plenary programme features keynotes, panel discussions, the Felicia Cox Plenary Lecture, and the ECR Rising Stars session. Find out more...
#EFIC2027 Abstract submission now open
With less than a year to go until the next EFIC Congress in Glasgow, Scotland we are excited to announce that abstract submission is now OPEN! This is your chance to showcase your research, present your work in front of peers and receive valuable feedback. Why submit...
Apply for #EFIC2027 Financial Aid
The European Pain Federation EFIC Congress Financial Aid Programme has been established to promote equitable participation in our Congress by supporting delegates who would otherwise be unable to attend because of financial constraints. As the European Pain Federation...