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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Pain and Mental Health: European Mental Health Week
European Mental Health Week organised by Mental Health Europe takes place from May 9-13 2022. The aim is to raise awareness about the importance of mental health in our everyday lives. The theme for the 2022 week is ‘Speak up for mental health’, and highlights how...
Pain and Nursing: International World Day of Nurses 2022
All over the world 12 May is celebrated as the International Nurses Day. EFIC has a wide range of resources tailored towards nurses, no matter if you want to investigate new areas of your field or want to develop better understanding and knowledge in your preferred...
Register for the upcoming COVID-19 Webinar on 1 June 2022!
The COVID-19 Task Force, will hold a new Webinar on 'Digital approaches to pain management during the COVID-19 pandemic’ on 1st June 2022 at 4pm CEST. Chaired by Edmund Keogh and Mary O'Keeffe, panelists Chris Eccleston and Thomas Tölle will discuss the potential of...