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.

EFIC in numbers

40 National IASP Chapters
4 Professional Pain Curricula
30+ Years of Pain Science
20,000 Healthcare Professionals Represented

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.

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EFIC Academy

Online education in pain science and treatment for clinicians, researchers, and allied health professionals across Europe.

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EFIC Pain Exams

European professional diplomas in pain medicine, nursing, physiotherapy, and psychology - setting the standard for pain expertise.

Take the EDPM, EDPP or EDPN

European Pain Forum

Bringing together policymakers, patient advocates, and pain specialists to drive change in European pain policy.

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News

Test your knowledge about EFIC and Lyon

Are you getting ready for #EFIC2025? The next EFIC Congress - Pain in Europe XIV will be held in Lyon, France on 24-26 April 2024 under the theme "Comorbidity of chronic pain and mental health disorders: Breaking the cycle”. Test your Lyon knowledge with our engaging...

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Apply for #EFIC2025 Financial Aid

The European Pain Federation EFIC has limited funding to provide aid to applicants from low resource and currency restricted countries. The financial aid coverage varies and may include accommodation, possible help in costs towards travel and daily expenses. As the...

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#EFIC2025 Abstract submission now open

With less than a year to go until the next EFIC Congress in Lyon, France we are excited to announce that 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...

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