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

Pain Awareness Month 2023

About Pain Awareness Month September is declared Pain Awareness Month by The World Health Assembly (WHA) – a subsection of the World Health Organization (WHO). The month is dedicated to raising public awareness and understanding of pain. The epidemic of pain The...

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Join our #EFIC2023 Networking Activities

#EFIC2023 is the best place to meet other pain professionals, network and socialise. At this year’s congress, you will find the following networking opportunities: ECR Speed Networking Are you an early career researcher hoping to expand your network? Take part in our...

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Getting to #EFIC2023

#EFIC2023 will be taking place in Budapest, situated in the heart of Central Europe, therefore easily and quickly accessible by road, rail and air from almost every major European city. The rich history, unparalleled architectural and cultural heritage make the city,...

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