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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News from the European Pain Federation EFIC Chapters – December 2024
The European Pain Federation EFIC is pleased to share recent news and updates from our national chapters below.Use of opioids in pain management: a delicate balance Valéria Martinez, President of the SFETD The prescription of opioids for the treatment of pain has...
EFIC just launched its 2024 Annual Report
The EFIC Annual Report presents financial information for the year preceding the report publication and give insight into recent organisational updates and various projects of the Federation concerning Advocacy, Education, Research, Scientific Congress and relation to...
#EFIC2025 Late-Breaking Abstract submission EXTENDED!
We are pleased to announce that the deadline for #EFIC2025 abstract submission has been extended, giving you more time to submit your work and have the chance to showcase your research and receive valuable feedback. FINAL Late-Breaking Abstract Submission...