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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#EFIC2027 Bridge Talks: Connecting Pain Research and Clinical Practice
In the lead-up to the EFIC Congress 2027 – Pain in Europe XV, EFIC is launching Bridge Talks, a new short-form video series highlighting collaboration between pain researchers and clinicians. The congress will take place in Glasgow, Scotland, from 21–23 April 2027,...
News from the European Pain Federation EFIC Chapters – March 2026
The European Pain Federation EFIC is pleased to share recent news and updates from our national chapters below.British Pain Society (BPS) - Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM)The British Pain Society’s (BPS) Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) will take place from 21–23 April...
EFIC launches the ECR Job Board
As part of the EFIC Rising Stars Programme, an initiative designed to connect and support early career researchers (ECRs) in the European pain community, EFIC is pleased to launch the ECR Job Board. The ECR Job Board serves as a central hub for current career...