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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Browse the #EFIC2025 Scientific Programme now
We are thrilled to announce that the scientific programme for the 2025 EFIC Congress is now live on our website! Taking place from 24-26 April 2025 in Lyon, France, this year’s congress will bring together leading experts in the field of pain management. The programme...
Webinar: How to Submit an Abstract to #EFIC2025
If you're planning to submit an abstract for the #EFIC2025 Congress, don't miss our upcoming webinar, "How to Submit a Great Abstract", taking place on 7 November 2024 at 12:00 PM (CET). Whether you're a first-time abstract submitter or have previous experience, this...
#EFIC2025 Late-Breaking Abstract Submission Now Open
We are excited to announce that late-breaking 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 an abstract to #EFIC2025? Present your research in dedicated...