Save the Date: PainConnect 2026
Save the Date: PainConnect 2026 March 5-8, 2026 Grand America Hotel | Salt Lake City, Utah Get ready for the premier event in pain medicine. The American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM) is excited [...]
From Girls to Grandmas, Pain and Well-being Across the Lifetime
Despite making up half the global population, women remain significantly underrepresented in pain research, treatment protocols, and care accessibility. That’s why the upcoming PainConnect session, “From Girls to Grandmas, Pain and Well-being Across the [...]
$750 Travel Grant Fellows & Non-Physicians
American Academy of Pain Medicine Foundation DEADLINE: March 19, 2025, at 11:59 EDT The AAPM Foundation envisions a future where every patient has access to optimal pain care that enhances functionality and quality of life, [...]
Rethinking Opioid Policy – A Featured Session with Maia Szalavitz
The opioid crisis has reshaped conversations around pain management, addiction, and public health. But are current policies truly serving those in need? At PainConnect, award-winning journalist, neuroscience writer, and harm reduction advocate Maia Szalavitz [...]
Finalists for April’s Innovation Challenge Officially Announced
Introducing the AAPM Innovation Challenge Finalists: The Future of Pain Management Unfolds at PainConnect 2025! The future of pain management is here, and it’s happening at PainConnect 2025 in Austin, TX! The AAPM + MIT [...]
Session Highlight: Unveiling the Brain’s Role in Mindfulness-Based Pain Relief – Insights from Dr. Fadel Zeidan
Mindfulness meditation has emerged as a powerful tool for pain management, but how does it alter brain function to alleviate discomfort? At the upcoming PainConnect, the AAPM annual meeting, Dr. Fadel Zeidan will present [...]
Session Highlight: Addressing Racial Disparities in Opioid Prescribing – Insights from PainConnect’s Expert Panel
The equitable management of pain is a cornerstone of compassionate healthcare. Yet, evidence indicates significant racial disparities in opioid prescribing practices across the United States. To shed light on this critical issue, the upcoming [...]
Session Highlight: Bridging Research and Practice for CIPN – A Comprehensive PainConnect Session
Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is a debilitating side effect of cancer treatment, often leaving patients with long-term pain and functional challenges. With limited therapeutic options and fragmented care, it remains a significant clinical challenge. [...]
Session Highlight: A New Hope for Fibromyalgia Care – Insights from Mayo Clinic’s Behavioral Health Program
Fibromyalgia is one of the most challenging chronic pain conditions, impacting millions worldwide. Traditional treatments often fall short, leaving both patients and providers searching for better solutions. Enter the session “An Emerging Gold Standard [...]
Session Highlight: Unlocking AI’s Role in Pain Medicine – Key Insights from an Expert-Led PainConnect Session
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are transforming healthcare, with exciting opportunities in pain medicine. But with these advancements come challenges: misconceptions, pitfalls, and the need for careful integration into clinical care. That’s [...]
