The mission of the American Academy of Pain Management is to advance the field of pain management and improve the lives of those in pain through an integrative model of care. The Academy accomplishes this by providing information and continuing education in an environment in which clinicians, representing a variety of disciplines, can network, share knowledge, and work collaboratively to achieve optimal patient care. The Academy supports its members, other pain practitioners, and those affected by pain, through advocacy on the state and federal levels.

In line with the principles of integrative medicine, integrative pain management:

• Is patient-centered and reaffirms the importance of the relationship between practitioner and patient
• Focuses on the whole person—mind, body, spirit, and in the context of the individual’s community/environment
• Is informed by evidence
• Makes use of, and brings together, all appropriate therapeutic approaches (both allopathic and complementary) and healthcare professionals to reduce pain and achieve optimal health and healing

The Academy offers educational opportunities for pain practitioners, including the Annual Clinical Meeting and enduring materials. New CE/CME Activity! Managing Pain in the Military Setting: Unique Challenges and Practical Strategies. Click here for more information.

 

The Learning Center is designed to give you quick and easy access to continuing medical education activities. Click here to enter the Learning Center, For members only.

Computer Based Testing, is now available in the United States and Canada at over 160 locations. To locate a testing site near you click here.

Credentialing by the Academy signifies that you have practiced in the field of pain management for at least two years, have committed to on-going education in the field of pain management, have made a commitment to practice in an ethical manner, and have committed to promoting continuous quality improvement for the relief of pain.Learn more now!