The programme for the FPM Annual Meeting 2026 includes multidisciplinary perspectives on Pain Medicine today. Join colleagues to about hear the latest updates from the Faculty and current conversations in our specialty. Grab your Early Bird tickets while they last! fpm.ac.uk/events/fpm-a...

The FPM does not recommend routine ketamine use for chronic non-malignant pain. Evidence of consistent long-term benefit is lacking, and the balance of benefits and harms remains uncertain. Read our statement: www.fpm.ac.uk/fpm-statemen...

🏢 This December will be our first FPM Annual Meeting in the new RCoA Building... ⭐️ This will also be the last stand alone FPM Annual Meeting, before we incorporate the day as part of ‘Anaesthesia 2027’, the RCoA conference. 🎟️ Early Bird tickets: fpm.ac.uk/events/fpm-a... #FPMAnnualMeeting2026

🏢 This December will be our first FPM Annual Meeting in the new RCoA Building... ⭐️ This will also be the last stand alone FPM Annual Meeting, before we incorporate the day as part of ‘Anaesthesia 2027’, the RCoA conference. 🎟️ Early Bird tickets: fpm.ac.uk/events/fpm-a... #FPMAnnualMeeting2026

🐦‍⬛We've extended the FPM Annual Meeting Early Bird ticket deadline! ⭐️ You can now get discounted tickets until the 30th October 🏢 This is your chance to see the first Annual Meeting in the RCoA Building! Click the link below! fpm.ac.uk/events/fpm-a... #FPM #FPMAnnualMeeting2026

We’re underway with today’s National Teaching Session, hosted by the Yorkshire region. Dr Mahmoud Alkholany opens the programme with “Deciphering lower back pain: management options”. Thank you to Dr Alkholany and all the Pain Medicine trainees joining us today! #PainMedicine #FPMLearning

⏰ Tomorrow: Yorkshire National Teaching Session Join colleagues from across the regions for a morning of expert-led teaching and shared learning. 📅 29 September 🕘 09.00–12.05 💻 Microsoft Teams Programme: fpm.ac.uk/fpmlearning/... Joining link emailed to trainees.

The Faculty has issued a position statement on the July 2026 update to NICE guideline NG59. Deleting a recommendation is not the same as advising against an intervention. We continue to support multidisciplinary care for persistent pain. fpm.ac.uk/fpm-position...

https://fpm.ac.uk/fpm-position-statement-july-2026-update-nice-ng59

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📣 Could you help shape the future of the Faculty of Pain Medicine? Nominations remain open for one vacancy on the FPM Board. Eligible fellows and members are encouraged to stand. Find out how to nominate yourself: fpm.ac.uk/fpm-board-el...

FPM Board Elections

Information regarding elections to the Board of the Faculty of Pain Medicine being held in 2024 to fill vacancies commencing 2025.

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🐣There are just two days left to get your Early Bird tickets for the FPM Annual Meeting 2026! ❗It's the first one at the new RCoA building, and we're looking forward to a series of brilliant talks. ➡️Get your tickets at a lower price here! fpm.ac.uk/events/fpm-a...

FPM Annual Meeting 2026

Join us for the 2026 FPM Annual Meeting, held at the new RCoA building on the 1st December 2026.

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📣 Could you help shape the future of the Faculty of Pain Medicine? Nominations are open for one vacancy on the FPM Board. Eligible fellows and members must submit their Notice of Intention to Stand by midday, 23 September 2026. Find out more: fpm.ac.uk/fpm-board-el...

Meet Dr Tammar Al-Ani, course lead for our FFPMRCA SOE Online Exam Tutorial on 12 October. A Consultant in Anaesthesia and Pain Management, Dr Al-Ani received the 2024–2025 FFPMRCA Examination Prize. Find out more and book: fpm.ac.uk/events/ffpmr...

📣 Could you help shape the future of the Faculty of Pain Medicine? Nominations are open for one vacancy on the FPM Board. Eligible fellows and members must submit their Notice of Intention to Stand by midday, 23 September 2026. Find out more: fpm.ac.uk/fpm-board-el...

🐥Early Bird tickets for The FPM Annual Meeting 2026 on the 1st December are now on sale! 🏢This will be the first FPM event in the brand new RCoA building. ⬇️We've got an brilliant line up of talks this year. Click the link for tickets. fpm.ac.uk/events/fpm-a...

📝Are you taking the FFPMRCA SOE on the 4th November? ❗Did you know we run a SOE Exam Prep course? 📆It's held online on the 20th October and will cover the key areas of the exam. ➡️Click here to book: fpm.ac.uk/events/ffpmr...

The FPM would like to share a UK-wide project to better understand how pain education is currently delivered within undergraduate medical curricula. If you are in any involved in Pain education, please check out the URL below!

❗The FPM are looking for new Essential Pain Management (EPM) Regional Leads. ❓Essential Pain Management is a concise course for healthcare professionals at every stage of learning. 👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️If you're interested in Pain education, this one's for you. fpm.ac.uk/applications...

Applications are open for new EPM Regional Leads!

The FPM is looking for new Regional Leads for Essential Pain Management across several areas of the UK: South Western, Wessex, North West, Thames and West Midlands.

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👋Our latest FPMLearning Blog is written by the second of FPM Essay Competition winners, Dr Thomas Rae and is another take on AI and the future of Pain Medicine. ➡️A must-read for everyone considering optimal uses of AI in practice. fpm.ac.uk/how-artifici...

How Artificial Intelligence (AI) will change Pain Medicine – The Critical Importance of Managing Expectations

This essay is presented by Dr Thomas Rae, the second winner of the FPM Essay Competition 2025. It addresses a new and developing research field of managing expectations through AI, whilst also address...

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The next FFPMRCA SOE Prep course is on sale! It's going to be held online on 12th October. If you're taking the SOE on 4th November, this one's for you. Click the link to secure your place: fpm.ac.uk/events/ffpmr...

FFPMRCA SOE Online Exam Tutorial October 2026

This online course is aimed at those studying for the FFPMRCA SOE examination on 4 November 2026.

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❓Would you like to contribute to the future direction of Faculty educational events and develop experience in education leadership? 📆The FPM Educational Sub Committee is looking for our new Events Deputy Lead, and we have extended the deadline to Wednesday 29th July. fpm.ac.uk/applications...

Applications for our new Education Sub-Committee Events Deputy Lead are open!

The FPM Education Sub Committee are looking for a new Events Deputy Lead to help shape the future of FPM Events

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A look back at our recent National Teaching Session on paediatric pain. A special thank you to Dr Helen Laycock for hosting the session and sharing the evolution of paediatric peri-operative pain management, alongside an excellent programme from colleagues at Great Ormond Street Hospital.

Professor Tom Haqq discussed non-surgical management of shoulder pain, including the role of pain interventions in patient care. Thank you to Professor Haqq for sharing his expertise. #PainMedicine #ShoulderPain #MedicalEducation

Our National Teaching Session is underway today. The morning opened with Dr Mohjir Baloch introducing the Pain Medicine training pathway, followed by a session on ultrasound approaches to chronic pain interventions. #PainMedicine #MedEd

⏳ Applications are still open for the FPM Education Sub-Committee Events Deputy Lead. Help shape Faculty educational events and support the future of Pain Medicine education. 📅 Closes 1 July, 12 noon. fpm.ac.uk/applications... #PainMedicine #MedicalEducation

Applications for our new Education Sub-Committee Events Deputy Lead are open!

The FPM Education Sub Committee are looking for a new Events Deputy Lead to help shape the future of FPM Events

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Looking back at #FPMSymposium26 Dr Andy Whelan explored current and future developments in radiofrequency technology for chronic pain management. Thank you to Dr Whelan for sharing his expertise with delegates. #PainMedicine #MedicalEducation

Interested in education and events in Pain Medicine? Applications for the Education Sub-Committee Events Deputy Lead role are still open. A great opportunity to contribute to Faculty events and gain leadership experience. Closes 1 July Find out more: shorturl.at/1vP2Ah #PainMedicine

Applications for our new Education Sub-Committee Events Deputy Lead are open!

The FPM Education Sub Committee are looking for a new Events Deputy Lead to help shape the future of FPM Events

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Exploring hip pain management at #FPMSymposium26 Dr Manian Murali-Krishnan discussed non-surgical and surgical management of hip pain, including the role of pain interventions in patient care. #PainMedicine #HipPain #MedicalEducation

What does it take to return an elite athlete to competition after serious injury? Mr Oli Williamson shared insights from an elite female triathlete case study, highlighting rehabilitation, resilience and clinical decision-making. #FPMSSS #EliteSport

❗Applications for our new FPM Education Sub-Committee Events Deputy Lead are open! ➡️Could you contribute to the future direction of Faculty educational events? 📆The deadline for applications is 12pm on Wed 1st July. To read the Job Description and apply, click here: fpm.ac.uk/applications...

Applications for our new Education Sub-Committee Events Deputy Lead are open!

The FPM Education Sub Committee are looking for new Events Deputy Lead, to help shape the future of FPM Events

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Day 2 of #FPMSymposium26 begins with Dr Robin Correa, Consultant in Pain Management and Anaesthetics at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust. #PainMedicine #MedicalEducation