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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#EFIC2023 Programme Spotlight: Special Patient Groups
Pain management is a critical aspect of healthcare, and providing effective pain relief is essential for promoting patient comfort, improving quality of life, and optimizing overall health outcomes. However, managing pain in special patient groups, such as children...
Join one of the four patient-led workshops from the EU funded project smartCARE!
As part of Europe's Beating Cancer Plan, the smartCARE project is developing a Smart Card that empowers cancer survivors in Europe. The Smart Card, which will predominantly take the form of a mobile application, will be available all over Europe to allow...
An update on the EFIC Pain Education Study
The EFIC Education Committee are examining the provision of compulsory pain education and availability of postgraduate pain specialisation options for physicians, physiotherapists, nurses, and psychologists across Europe. This study is an update and extension of the...