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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Endometriosis Awareness Month
Endometriosis Awareness Month is an annual event organised by The Endometriosis Association. The aim of this month is to increase awareness of this common chronic disease through educational and fundraising events. Endometriosis is an inflammatory condition where...
#EFIC2022 Programme Spotlight: GP Sessions and Refresher Courses
At #EFIC2022 you will not only have the opportunity to visit inspiring talks, listen to poster presentations, or network with colleagues from around the world. You also have the chance to participate in our General Practitioners Sessions and our Refresher Courses. GP...
Statement from European Pain Federation EFIC President on the situation in Ukraine
The European Pain Federation EFIC is saddened and alarmed at the ongoing situation in the Ukraine. We represent 38 European chapters of the International Association for the Study of Pain including valued colleagues in the Ukraine and Russia. As a non-governmental...